Data Protection Officer £58,000 per annum Rushden, Peterborough,Bostonor Milton Keynes - Hybrid Permanent, Full Time Data protection sits at the heart of trust and compliance in todays digital world. AtAmplius, the DPO role is pivotal in safeguarding customers, colleagues, and corporate data, ensuring that every interaction meets the highest standards of privacy and security. This positionisntjust about compliance;itsabout shaping a culture where data integrity underpins innovation and service excellence. As the primary contact for regulatory bodies and a key advisor to the organisation on Data Protection, the DPO drives improvement, embeds bestpracticeand champions transparency.Itsa role that combines leadership, problem-solving and influence, making a tangible impact on howAmpliusprotects people and delivers value Salary :£58,000 per year Contract :Permanent, full time Your week : 36.25 hours (Monday to Friday 9am 5.15pm) Location : Hybrid, with a presence in either our Rushden, Peterborough,Bostonor Milton Keynes offices whenrequired. Snapshot of your role Embed strong Data Protection practice across daily operations, ensuring colleagues, customers and contractors understand their responsibilities. Escalate high-risk Data Protection concerns to the Governing Body when needed. Develop andmaintaincompliant policies, procedures,trainingand awareness campaigns that promote a positive compliance culture. Carry out assessments,investigationsand quality checks, reporting on risks,breachesand improvements to senior leaders. Maintain key records and registers, ensuring services meet legal,contractualand best-practice requirements. Work closely with teams acrossAmplius, including Data, IT and Procurement, to provide guidance and ensure data protection is built into systems,processesand partnerships. Manage a varied caseload of Data Protection activities, supporting ongoing service improvement and consistent communication across the organisation. Whatwerelooking for A recognised Data Protection qualification or equivalent experience, with strong knowledge of GDPR and related legislation. Skilled in DPIAs, privacy risk identification and mitigation and effective handling of breaches and data protection assurance. Strong understanding of data flows, encryption, accesscontrolsand wider breach-prevention measures. Able to translate Data Protection law into clear, practical advice A trustworthy, professional individual with sound judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Please read the attached Job Description before applying so you get the full scope of the role. Important -We do not provide visa sponsorship; you must be eligible to work in the UK. You mustresidein the UK for the duration of your employment and provide Right to Work evidence. Closing: 10 December Screening (virtual Teams meeting): 15 December Interviews: 19 December We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities. Have questions?Contact the AmpliusRecruitment Teamandwellbe in touch to support you with any questions,queriesor conundrums! The Company Ampliusis one of the largest housing providers across the Midlands,Eastand Southeast of England. We own and manage more than 37,000 homes and deliver a range of quality services, including care and support, specialisthousingand home ownership options.Werea team of over 1,300 colleagues driven to have a positive impact on peoples lives and provide affordable homes that make a difference.