Data Protection Consultant– Hybrid
Vacancy Ref: 61752
A position has arisen for a Data Protection Consultant within a well-regarded University in Exeter. The successful candidate will be responsible for raising awareness and providing expert advice, training, and support to the Senior Officers and other colleagues.
Location: Exeter (Hybrid – Mainly Remote)
Duration: 4 months
Rate: £24 per hour (via umbrella)
Duties & Responsibilities:
- To act as the University’s Data Protection Officer
- Implement systems and controls to ensure compliance with the legislative acts
- Manage risk and all aspects of legal compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, the UK General Data Protection Regulation, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Environmental Information Regulations
- Support and promote a culture of awareness of data protection throughout the University
- Act as the primary point of contact for all staff on information compliance
- Advise on and implement procedures, ensuring compliance with any requirements in relation to cross-border transfers of data
Essential Experience:
- Evidence of thorough knowledge and understanding of current Information Governance, Data Protection, law, practice and guidance
- Experience of designing, implementing and managing data privacy improvement programmes at corporate levels, including undertaking information audits
- Proven experience of reporting to, working with, influencing and challenging strategic and operational decision makers in shaping approaches to data privacy
- Operational knowledge of Higher Educational organisations and their rules and procedures
To apply for this position, please contact Oman Azad on 0117 930 8760 and email your updated CV to oazad@venngroup.com
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