Data Protection Officer (DPO)

£40,000 - £45,000 Home-based Children's Charity Shape Data Protection Strategy for an Impactful Organisation Are you an experienced Data Protection professional passionate about safeguarding personal data in an impactful organisation? This is your opportunity to join a leading charity as their Data Protection Officer and drive the development of robust privacy practices over a 35 hour week. What You'll Do:

• Oversee and implement data protection policies, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact for all data protection queries, advising on best practices.
• Lead investigations and manage data protection incidents, including data breaches.
• Collaborate with teams across the organisation, offering expert advice to ensure alignment with agile values and compliance standards.
• Work in agile squads, contributing to customer-focused initiatives that deliver strategic objectives.
• Help embed a culture of strong data protection and compliance across the organisation.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Autonomy & Influence: Lead the data protection strategy within a dynamic and agile environment.
• Agile Environment: Collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to exciting projects that drive the organisation's mission.
• Impact: Play a vital role in protecting the privacy of supporters, members, and staff, enhancing trust across stakeholders.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of a home-based role with 35 hours per week.

What You Get:

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000
• Flexible working environment
• Access to ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those the organisation supports

To top it off, they offer compressed hours so if you wanted to work 35 hours over four days, you can have a long weekend. This is a great opportunity to lead data protection efforts in a purposeful and supportive environment. If you have a passion for data privacy and are ready to take the next step in your career, I want to hear from you!