Data Protection Support Officer
We are seeking a Data Protection Support Officer to provide reliable administrative and operational support across data protection and information governance activities. This is an opportunity to contribute to the effective handling of personal information, helping to ensure that processes are clear, consistent and compliant with relevant legislation and organisational policies.
In this role, you will support the management of data protection enquiries, requests and incidents. Your duties will include maintaining accurate records, monitoring shared mailboxes, logging and tracking actions, preparing correspondence, and assisting with the coordination of responses within required timescales. You will help administer requests made by individuals to access, amend or delete their personal information, working with relevant teams to gather and review information appropriately.
You will also assist with maintaining data protection registers, guidance and records of processing activities. The role may involve supporting privacy impact assessments, data-sharing reviews, audits, training activities and the preparation of reports and management information. You will be expected to identify issues promptly, escalate concerns where appropriate and contribute to the continuous improvement of procedures and controls.
The successful candidate will have experience of providing administrative or coordination support in a regulated, confidential or information-focused environment. You should have a good understanding of confidentiality, secure information handling and the principles of data protection, with the ability to learn and apply relevant legal and policy requirements. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.
You will be a clear and professional communicator, comfortable working with colleagues at different levels and handling sensitive enquiries with discretion. Experience of using databases, document management systems and standard office software would be advantageous. Above all, you will demonstrate sound judgement, a methodical approach and a commitment to protecting individuals’ information while delivering a responsive and helpful service.
Data Protection Support Officer
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