Head of Data Protection

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We are seeking an experienced Head of Data Protection to lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of a robust data protection framework. This is a senior role with responsibility for ensuring that personal data is handled lawfully, fairly and transparently across the organisation. You will provide authoritative advice to senior leaders and teams, promote a strong culture of privacy, and ensure that data protection considerations are embedded into strategic planning, operational processes and technology projects.

Your responsibilities will include overseeing compliance with applicable data protection legislation, maintaining policies, standards and internal guidance, and monitoring changes in regulatory expectations. You will manage privacy impact assessments, data mapping, records of processing activities, data subject rights requests, retention schedules and breach response procedures. You will also advise on contracts, information-sharing arrangements, international transfers, digital services and new initiatives involving personal data. Where necessary, you will coordinate investigations, recommend remedial action and act as a key point of contact for supervisory authorities, partners and other external stakeholders.

Applicants should have substantial experience in a senior data protection, privacy or information governance position, with detailed knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory guidance. A recognised professional qualification in data protection, privacy, information governance, law or a related discipline is desirable. You will be confident interpreting complex requirements, assessing risk and communicating clear, practical advice to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder-management skills are essential, as is the ability to prioritise competing demands and work independently in a changing environment. Experience leading teams, delivering privacy training, managing compliance programmes and reporting to executive or governance committees would be highly advantageous.

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Added 15/09/2026
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