Compliance Officer - Data Protection Governance
12 days ago
Doncaster
Compliance Officer – Data Protection Governance\n\nLocation: Doncaster\n\nSalary: £35,000 per annum\n\nVacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time\n\nHours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17.30pm (One hour unpaid for lunch) 40 hours per week. \n\nRole Overview\n\nWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Compliance Officer specialising in Data Protection Governance to support and strengthen our data protection, privacy, and information governance framework across our UK food manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of responsible data handling across our UK operations and ensure we are achieving ISO27001 accreditation. This role requires a practical understanding of governance within a regulated manufacturing environment, including management of employee, supplier, customer, and operational data.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nData Protection & Governance\n\nAssist with the development, maintenance and protection of our organisation’s data protection and information governance framework.\nMonitor compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and relevant industry standards.\nMaintain and review data protection policies, procedures, records of processing activities (ROPA), and governance controls making recommendations for improvement on a cyclic basis. \nConduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and legitimate interest assessments (LIAs) to be approved by the Head of compliance.\nSupport privacy-by-design initiatives across business projects and operational changes.\nManage data retention schedules and oversee secure disposal practices.\nBecome SME for the organisation's PECR activities alongside the Head of HR & Finance Director. \nCompliance Monitoring & Risk Management\n\nConduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across functions.\nIdentify gaps in compliance controls and recommend corrective actions.\nInvestigate and manage data incidents, breaches, and near misses, including ICO reporting where required.\nTrack regulatory developments and provide guidance on emerging privacy and governance risks.\nStakeholder Support\n\nPromote a culture of accountability and data governance throughout the business.\nSupport internal and external audits relating to compliance and information governance.\nThird-Party & Supplier Governance\n\nReview supplier contracts and data processing agreements.\nConduct due diligence on third-party processors and service providers.\nMonitor international data transfers and associated safeguards.\nReporting & Documentation\n\nPrepare compliance reports and management updates for senior leadership.\nMaintain accurate compliance records and evidence for regulatory inspections.\nSupport responses to subject access requests (SARs), data deletion requests, and other data subject rights.\nEssential Skills & Experience\n\nProven experience in a data protection, compliance, governance, or privacy role.\nStrong working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.\nExperience managing compliance within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or regulated environment.\nUnderstanding of information governance principles and risk management practices.\nExperience conducting audits, DPIAs, and compliance investigations.\nExcellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.\nAbility to engage effectively with operational and corporate stakeholders\nDesirable Qualifications & Experience\n\nExperience working with ISO 27001, BRCGS, or other governance frameworks.\nFamiliarity with cybersecurity and information security controls however, full training will be given on Data Protection Officer duties and technical controls. \nKnowledge of supplier governance and contract compliance.\nPersonal Attributes\n\nHigh level of integrity and professionalism.\nDetail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability.\nConfident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.\nPragmatic and commercially aware approach to compliance.\nAble to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nBenefits:\n\n3% pension after probation. \n28 days holiday\nFull training provided\nTo Apply \n\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply