Data Protection Officer - (Hybrid) HQ Grantham (Flexibility for Home-Based working)
Salary: £38,414.20 - Location: Grantham (Flexibility for Home-Based working) -Contract: Permanent, 39 hours/week
Benefits: Flexi-time, 25+ days annual leave, Early Pay, Cycle to Work, Blue Light Card
Data Protection Officer | Lead Data Privacy for a Values-Driven Charity
Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a certified and experienced Data Protection professional ready to lead? Join Thera Trust, the parent company of a charitable group that supports people with a learning disability to lead fulfilling lives.
We're looking for a dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) to champion our data privacy strategy, ensure full GDPR compliance, and foster a strong culture of data responsibility across our 13 companies. This is a chance to make a critical, positive impact within a truly values-driven organisation.
Key Criteria: What You'll Be Doing
* Lead Compliance: Ensure all group companies adhere to GDPR and relevant data protection laws.
* Strategy & Policy: Develop, implement, and maintain robust data protection and information security policies.
* Expert Guidance: Deliver essential training and provide expert advice to staff, building a privacy-first culture.
* Risk Management: Conduct supportive audits and assist with incident management.
Key Criteria: What You'll Need to Succeed
* Certification is Essential: Recognised Data Protection Certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CRISC or similar).
* GDPR Expertise: In-depth, practical working knowledge of GDPR and data security best practices.
* Proven Experience: A track record in data protection, compliance, and risk management, ideally in a large organsation
* Sector: Third Sector (Charity) or Healthcare-related, advantageous but not essential
* Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field. ( Information Management Systems, etc)
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about data privacy and want your expertise to support a vital social mission, we want to hear from you! Occasional travel to Grantham and other Thera locations will be required.
Apply now and become the guardian of our data integrity!
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