Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officer

Posted 1 week ago by Allen Lane

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Data Protection Officer involves overseeing compliance with UK GDPR across multiple entities connected to NHS data. This 3-month contract position requires collaboration with senior stakeholders and the provision of guidance on data protection matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare or local government and possess strong stakeholder management skills. The role offers hybrid working arrangements with a preference for two days on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the designated DPO and ensure compliance with UK GDPR
  • Interpret requests from internal teams and NHS partners
  • Provide guidance on data protection for major programmes including CRM and NHS data sharing
  • Deliver pragmatic, risk-balanced solutions

Key Skills:

  • Experience in healthcare, local government, or similar
  • Strong knowledge of UK GDPR
  • Approachable, collaborative style with excellent stakeholder skills
  • Soft skills essential
  • Balance on the risk appetite

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London Area

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

URGENT REQUIREMENT: DATA PROTECTION OFFICER

We’re hiring an experienced Data Protection Officer for a 3-month contract with potential to extend. This role involves working across multiple entities with NHS data connections, supporting key projects and advising senior stakeholders.

What you’ll do:

  • Act as the designated DPO and ensure compliance with UK GDPR
  • Interpret requests from internal teams and NHS partners
  • Provide guidance on data protection for major programmes including CRM and NHS data sharing
  • Deliver pragmatic, risk-balanced solutions

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in healthcare, local government, or similar
  • Strong knowledge of UK GDPR
  • Approachable, collaborative style with excellent stakeholder skills
  • Soft skills essential
  • Balance on the risk appetite
  • Support Senior stakeholders

Contract details: 3 months, extension possible

Competitive daily rate

Hybrid working: two days on-site preferred, flexibility available

Ready to make an impact? Apply today. For more details, please contact Sharzad Michaels at Allen Lane.

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