Data Protection Officer in Durham

Location: Durham

Salary: £500.00 per day

Recruiter: The Progress Group

Date Advertised: 2024-09-01

Exciting Opportunity for Data Protection Officer!


Are you a passionate about data protection and have the skills to lead our efforts, we would love to hear from you!



PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS PART TIME.


This is a hybrid role with the expectation that you will come to the offices relatively regularly in Durham



About Us:


At Grey Matter Learning Group, we are passionate about safeguarding our customers' data and ensuring compliance with data protection legislation.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Part-Time Data Protection Officer to join our team and help us uphold the highest standards of data protection and privacy.



Key Responsibilities:


  • Lead Data Protection Initiatives: Serve as the main point of contact for data protection issues within the organization.
  • Strategy and Compliance: Develop and implement our data protection strategy, ensuring adherence to GDPR and other relevant regulations.
  • Training and Development: Create and deliver training programs to upskill colleagues on data protection requirements.
  • Policy Management: Draft and update data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Conduct Audits: Regularly audit data processing activities to ensure compliance and address any potential issues.
  • Liaison Role: Act as the primary contact for data protection authorities and regulators.
  • ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials: Assist with the implementation of ISO27001 standards and ensure compliance with annual Cyber Essentials activities.


What We’re Looking For:


  • Experience: At least 3 years in data protection compliance or a related field.
  • Expertise: Deep understanding of data protection laws, particularly GDPR.
  • Skills: Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Qualifications: Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, with proficiency in software for preparing reports and presentations.


Why Join Us?


  • Impact: Play a crucial role in protecting sensitive information and shaping our data protection practices.
  • Growth: Gain valuable experience and contribute to a company committed to excellence in data protection.
  • Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a part-time position while making a significant impact.


Highlights of our Benefits Package include:


  • A values-based Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Recognition Awards for employees.
  • £500 Referral Bonus for referring new talent to join our family.
  • Professional qualifications support for apprentices and paid membership .
  • Death in service insurance of 4 times salary.
  • Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave - After a required length of service.
  • MiRewards benefits platform offers shopping discounts, fuel cards and more.
  • Access to Medicash , including assistance with the cost of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions and holistic treatments, amounting to £900 per year .
  • Cycle to Work Scheme for all eligible employees.
  • Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for employees and immediate Family.
  • Group support including annual Group conference and annual review of benefits.


If you are interested in a role and would like to discuss it further, please contact Dishon - Talent Acquisition Manager email:



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The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.



We will not be able to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.



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