Data Protection Officer in Durham

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.