Interim Data Protection Manager

Interim Contract | Hybrid Working | Approx. 2 Days Office-Based Per Week

An experienced Data Protection Manager is required to support a busy privacy function during a period of increased demand. Initially offered on a 6-month temporary contract, this role will provide hands-on support across data protection, information governance and AI governance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day privacy and information governance matters.
• Lead and coordinate subject access requests and other individual rights requests.
• Support DPIAs, privacy risk assessments and privacy-by-design activities.
• Manage personal data breaches and information governance incidents.
• Maintain privacy documentation, records and compliance reporting.
• Support AI governance and wider information governance initiatives.
• Deliver practical advice, guidance and awareness training to stakeholders.
• Support Freedom of Information compliance activity.

About You: You'll bring:

• Several years' experience within an in-house Data Protection or Privacy function.
• Strong practical knowledge of UK GDPR.
• Experience handling privacy matters within a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of PECR and Freedom of Information legislation.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to translate complex privacy issues into clear, pragmatic business advice.
• A proactive, adaptable approach and the confidence to work independently.

Desirable

• Experience within an international organisation.
• Exposure to AI governance.
• Experience improving privacy processes, DPIAs, risk assessments or governance frameworks.
• Experience with privacy automation initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an evolving privacy team and contribute to key areas including data protection, AI governance and information governance while making an immediate impact.