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Data Protection Officer – 12 Month FTC

Overview

We’re on the search for a highly organised and detail-oriented Information Compliance professional with a passion for data protection, information governance, and regulatory compliance to join a respected organisation on an initial 12 month fixed term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced compliance specialist to take ownership of a high volume of Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and wider information rights processes, while supporting senior stakeholders across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act, and Freedom of Information legislation, providing expert guidance and helping to maintain the highest standards of information governance.

The role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of information compliance matters, influence best practice across the organisation, and further develop your expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, excellent development opportunities, and the chance to work in a role where they can make a genuine impact on organisational compliance and governance.

Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience within Information Compliance, Data Protection, Information Governance, or a related compliance environment essential
  • Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information legislation, and associated regulatory requirements essential
  • Experience managing high volume SARs (over 200 per year), FOI requests (500-600), information rights requests, and data breach investigations essential
  • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to provide clear advice, draft professional responses, and engage with stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information, manage competing priorities, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Manage and coordinate Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Environmental Information Requests (EIRs), and other Information Rights Requests, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines
  • Provide expert advice and guidance on information governance, data protection, and compliance matters to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation
  • Draft and review responses to information requests, applying appropriate exemptions, redactions, and legislative requirements where necessary
  • Investigate and support the management of data protection complaints and data breaches, ensuring accurate documentation, escalation, and regulatory compliance
  • Support the Data Protection Officer in maintaining information governance policies, liaising with regulatory bodies, and promoting best practice across the organisation
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.
Job Location
Hybrid, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Salary
c£46,000 - £58,000 Per Annum D.O.E
Job Type and Hours
12 Month FTC

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