Venesky-Brown s client, a public sector organisation in Scotland, is currently looking to recruit a Data Protection Assistant for an initial 2-month contract, with potential to extend, on a rate of 16.31/hour PAYE. This role will be remote, with attendance only required for initial equipment set-up in one of their locations across Scotland.Responsibilities:- Monitor, research and respond to requests for information, ensuring appropriate prioritisation and that the Service s statutory obligations and deadlines are met.- Processing Subject Access Requests and Data Requests from applicants, including employees and third-party stakeholders, dealing with them promptly and in compliance with GDPR.- Research, analyse and review, both electronic and paper, the information sources, ensuring we gather all the information that is held to respond fully to all information requests.- Check the organisation s mailbox on a regular basis in the absence of team members to ensure allocated matters are picked up and actioned.- Operate a diary management system to ensure legal deadlines are met.- To liaise, advise and negotiate with information owners concerning the potential release of sensitive and complex information.- To protect against the inappropriate disclosure of information while retaining compliance with the legislation.- Ensure key contacts are properly informed of the legal requirements and provided with sufficient information to accurately balance the legal obligations against the risks of disclosure.- Advise and contribute orally and in writing in relation to responding to requests for information, particularly when sharing information with external partners.- Advise and liaise with colleagues within the communications team/external partners concerning high-profile requests.Essential Skills:- Strong understanding of GDPR regulations- Experience in a similar role in data protection, redaction or human resources- Redaction experience would be highly advantageousIf you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.











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