Back to search
Your new company
A Public Sector Client supporting businesses to invest, grow and export
Your new role
Data Protection Risk Assurance - SC Cleared
What you'll need to succeed
My client is looking for an experienced Data Protection Risk Assurance Specialist to join the organisation on a 3-month interim contract. Due to changes in the Risk Assurance Process, the client is looking for a Data Protection Risk Assurance Specialist with experience of a demonstrable understanding of information management, data protection and the associated legislation and advanced knowledge of the Data Protection Act provisions, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and applying the necessary criteria effectively.
The role requires SC Clearance; candidates without SC Clearance cannot be considered.
You will be completing major assurance tasks in the department. You will play a key role in performing complex/high-profile Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), engaging effectively with project leaders and key stakeholders to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
Essential Experience & Expertise
The following are essential requirements for the role:
* Experience of or a demonstrable understanding of information management, data protection and the associated legislation.
* Advanced knowledge of the Data Protection Act provisions, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and applying the necessary criteria effectively.
* Proven track record of subject matter expertise; providing advice & guidance on data protection legislation queries.
* Experience of managing a wide range of stakeholders, and of positively influencing colleagues that are not under direct line management, including senior stakeholders.
What you'll get in return
This is a very interesting position for an experienced Data Protection Risk Assurance Specialist, supporting a high-profile client in managing their Assurance requirements in line with the end of the financial year.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
