Sewell Wallis are working with an established and rapidly growing business based in Harrogate who are currently looking for an experienced GDPR Data Protection Officer to join their well-established HR team.
Working as part of the HR team and reporting to the Group HR Manager, you will be responsible for the Group's working practices, procedures and compliance in respect of data protection. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GDPR.
What will you be doing?
1. Assisting with and resolving issues relating to Information Governance and Data Protection.
2. Developing and maintaining best practice policies and procedures across the organisation working closely with staff at all levels.
3. Providing ongoing training and awareness to staff to promote a positive culture of compliance, which will be evidenced within the submission of the annual Data Security & Protection Toolkit.
4. Overseeing data protection, records management, freedom of information, ePrivacy regulations and providing specialist advice and managing relationships with appropriate regulatory bodies.
5. Advise on UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 compliance and risks.
What skills are we looking for?
1. Extensive knowledge and application of relevant data protection legislation and ICO guidance.
2. FOI and EIR and GDPR Practitioners Certifications (ISEB/BCS or equivalent), Data Protection Officer certification.
3. Strong communication skills.
What's on offer?
1. Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home).
2. Free on-site parking.
3. Modern office located near good transport links.
To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful.
Job Info
Job Title: GDPR Data Protection Officer
Company: CV-Library
Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Posted:
Closes: Jan 18th 2025
Sector: Administration
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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