Data Protection Officer - (Hybrid) HQ Grantham

Salary: £38,414.20 - Location: Grantham

Benefits

Flexi-time, 25+ days annual leave, Early Pay, Cycle to Work, Blue Light Card

Data Protection Officer | Lead Data Privacy for a Values-Driven Charity

Make a Meaningful Impact

Are you a certified and experienced Data Protection professional ready to lead? Join Thera Trust, the parent company of a charitable group that supports people with a learning disability to lead fulfilling lives.

We're looking for a dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) to champion our data privacy strategy, ensure full GDPR compliance, and foster a strong culture of data responsibility across our 13 companies. This is a chance to make a critical, positive impact within a truly values-driven organisation.

Key Criteria: What You'll Be Doing

• Lead Compliance: Ensure all group companies adhere to GDPR and relevant data protection laws.
• Strategy & Policy: Develop, implement, and maintain robust data protection and information security policies.
• Expert Guidance: Deliver essential training and provide expert advice to staff, building a privacy-first culture.
• Risk Management: Conduct supportive audits and assist with incident management.

Key Criteria: What You'll Need to Succeed

• Certification is Essential: Recognised Data Protection Certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CRISC or similar).
• GDPR Expertise: In-depth, practical working knowledge of GDPR and data security best practices.
• Proven Experience: A track record in data protection, compliance, and risk management, ideally in a large organisation.
• Sector: Third Sector (Charity) or Healthcare-related, advantageous but not essential.
• Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field (Information Management Systems, etc).

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about data privacy and want your expertise to support a vital social mission, we want to hear from you! Occasional travel to Grantham and other Thera locations will be required.

Apply now

Become the guardian of our data integrity!