Data Protection Officer
£37,926 Per Annum
Oldbury
Permanent
Hybrid - 3 days in Oldbury HQ each week
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for managing and organising the implementation of a Data Protection Strategy within the business.
The role is essential in ensuring that our organisation complies with all UK GDPR requirements. As the DPO, you will update and maintain a data protection strategy. The DPO will protect employees from privacy breaches, fraud, and security threats.
The DPO will report directly to senior management and is granted full independence to perform their tasks. You will be involved in all issues related to the protection of personal data. Reporting to senior management, you will ensure that resources are allocated appropriately to perform all tasks in line with UK GDPR compliance.
Duties
Ensure that the company complies with all relevant data privacy laws and requirements
Create and oversee data protection frameworks and controls
Work with colleagues to develop a culture that values data governance and compliance
Act as the data protection key point of contact for internal colleagues, residents, providers and external regulators and Information Commissioner
Process Subject Access Requests (SARS) in a timely and efficient manner
Develop key documentation and policies in relation to data protection, data processing, sharing agreements and impact assessments
Conduct regular audits and assessment to guara...