Data Protection Manager

Work for a charity in Watford as a permanent Data Protection Manager (£52,000 per annum, flexible working, home based with some UK wide travel).

Role Purpose

• To lead the ECITB's data protection initiatives and ensure compliance with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation. To work proactively as the organisation's subject matter expert, promoting best practice and developing policies and procedures to support this.
• To assess new legislation or other regulatory changes and make recommendations as necessary to ensure that risks are mitigated as well as ongoing compliance.
• As part of a small team, to support the smooth running of legal and compliance checks, and provide a responsive, high-quality service to colleagues across the organisation.

What we look for

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (CIPP/E preferred).
• Proven experience in applying UK & EU data protection laws (GDPR, DPA 2018).
• Knowledge in data protection, compliance, or privacy governance.
• Familiarity with privacy tools, data governance, and cybersecurity.
• Demonstrable experience implementing compliance programs & Data Protection Impact Assessments.
• Strong knowledge of DPA, GDPR, PECR, and emerging privacy laws.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive compliance initiatives.
• Excellent organisation & multitasking, managing multiple deadlines.

What we offer

• Permanent.
• Up to £52,000 and Car Allowance £7,965 (depending on experience).
• 37.5 hours per week; flexible working opportunities available.
• Generous pension contribution.
• Full-time, home based with some UK-wide travel.