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Assistant Data Protection Officer

Skills
BespokeData PrivacyData Protection ActDatabasesElectronic SIndividual RightsNonprofit Organizations
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Experience advising colleagues on data protection matters
  • Experience working in a compliance environment within a large complex organisation
  • Ideally experience in the not for profit sector
  • Solid knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
  • Understanding of Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to engage confidently with a range of audiences

Nice to have

  • Risk-aware
  • Confident communicator
  • Collaborative
  • Detail-oriented
  • Professional

Day to day

  • Support the Data Protection Officer in delivering GDPR and data protection compliance across the RBL Group.
  • Accurately log and manage incoming requests, respond to individual rights requests, and coordinate with stakeholders and database managers.
  • Provide risk-based advice, prepare lawful basis assessments, support contracts and retention arrangements, and help deliver training across the organisation.

Hiring process

  • Apply online
  • Application reviewed against essential and desirable criteria
  • Interview stage may include discussion of London hybrid working option