Data Protection Officer (DPO)

We''re working with an organisation based in Belfast who are looking to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO)/Head of Information Governance on a permanent basis.This is a senior, influential role with responsibility for leading data protection, privacy, and information governance activity across the organisation, ensuring compliance with GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and wider regulatory requirements.The RoleAs Data Protection Officer, you will act as the organisation''s subject-matter expert on data protection and privacy, providing both strategic and operational oversight.Key responsibilities include:Acting as the named DPO and primary point of contact for the ICOLeading and overseeing compliance with UK GDPR and data protection legislationAdvising senior leadership on data protection risk and governanceDeveloping, reviewing, and maintaining data protection policies and proceduresManaging DPIAs, data breaches, SARs, and regulatory queriesProviding guidance and training to stakeholders across the organisationEmbedding a strong data protection and privacy cultureAbout YouWe''re keen to speak with candidates who have:Proven experience working as a Data Protection Officer or in a senior data protection/privacy roleIn-depth knowledge of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, and information governance frameworksExperience operating in regulated, public sector, or complex organisationsConfidence engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing at leadership levelA pragmatic, risk-based ..... full job details .....