Data Protection Manager

Based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, EPM is an award winning and accredited education services business with 25 years of expertise. Our culture is unique and is based upon our motivated and passionate team. As a result, we encourage our employees to flourish and unleash their talent by building their confidence and providing them with the opportunities and support to empower them and realise their full potential. This is just one of the many reasons we were awarded ‘Employer of the Year’ at the Hunts Post Business Awards 2018 and have been shortlisted again for 2019. An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Dater Protection Manager to lead on process flows on current procedures and implement plans enabling the business to minimise risk. This role is initially a 6 month contract with a view to the right applicant moving into a permanent position. Working closely with the EPM board as well as the wider Citation group to support and develop organisational policies and processes that ensure the organisation complies with data protection law and good information management practice. You will also lead on or support work streams at a senior level to sustain compliance across all data streams in order to meet business objectives. This role is pivotal in supporting the business achieve its goals, finding the balance between objectives, data protection law, group policy and each department’s influence will be critical. Standing firm from pressures in all directions whilst trying to find solutions that enable and not restrict will be a key. What we are looking for A sound understanding of Data Protection and compliance Legislation Experience in the creation and application of Data governance policies and processes as well as the ability to bring these to life Practical and working knowledge of information governance with key areas being data protection, records management and information security Ability to contribute proactively to a strong team working culture that is privacy, security and customer focused Experienced in undertaking complex analysis and problem solving and communicate the results clearly A proved track record of quickly establishing good working relationships and gaining credibility with a range of internal customers Ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues both verbally and in writing switching styles, tones and platforms as required Ability to remain calm and composed especially under pressure influence change at all levels What you will get in return Comprehensive induction programme Positive and supportive working environment Career development opportunities Support with external payroll qualifications Mentoring programme Excellent reward package including a staff wellbeing programme This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89783541