Data Protection Specialist

About the opportunity

This is a remote position with flexible working, designed to support a healthy work-life balance. You will collaborate with a talented team and meet in person for team events at least quarterly (all expenses covered). You will work directly with a variety of clients, providing expert guidance and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

In this role, you will

• Provide expert advice on data protection, privacy, and information governance requirements
• Conduct and support Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Draft and review Data Sharing Agreements, Data Processing Agreements, and privacy documentation
• Support clients with Subject Access Requests and data subject rights management
• Investigate and manage personal data breaches and support incident response activities
• Assist clients with compliance against UK GDPR and relevant healthcare information governance requirements
• Support NHS DSPT and DTAC submissions where required
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
• Work closely with internal specialists and clients to deliver successful project outcomes
• Manage multiple client engagements in a fast-paced consultancy environment

Essential experience

• Strong understanding of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
• Experience conducting DPIAs and supporting privacy compliance programmes
• Excellent written communication and policy drafting skills
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to explain complex regulatory requirements in a practical and understandable way
• Highly organised, methodical, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and client requirements
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving

Why you will love working here

• An excellent salary between £40,000 and £45,000 depending on experience
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays and your birthday off!
• Fully remote working with quarterly in-person events
• We gather for face-to-face team events every quarter with all expenses covered to foster connection and collaboration
• Vitality Healthcare
• Life Assurance 4x Salary
• Training & Development: Ongoing access to professional training and personal development initiatives to help you grow both personally and professionally