Job description
Job Title – Deputy Data Protection Officer
Salary – Grade L- £48, 710 - £51, 802 per year
Hours – Full time, 37 hours a week
Contract type – Permanent
Location – Hybrid, Remote Working & The Council House, Corporation Street, Derby, DE1 2FS
Join Derby City Council as our Deputy Data Protection Officer and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the personal data of our community. As a key member of our Information Governance team, you will ensure compliance with data protection laws, support the development of data protection policies, and provide expert advice across the organisation. If you are passionate about data privacy and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to contribute to our mission of maintaining the highest standards of data protection.
The successful applicant will act as a team leader for the Information Governance Team and deputise the Council’s Data Protection Officer. The Council’s Information Governance Team is responsible for advising employees and customers on a range of issues such as data protection, freedom of information (FOI) and environmental information.
Daily tasks will include (but are not limited to):
• Overseeing FOI and data protection compliance
• People management
• Advising a range of stakeholders on complex information governance matters
• Reviewing information sharing agreements
• Reviewing information governance policies
• Interpreting legislation, standards and case law