Data Protection Consultant

Data Protection Consultant

£37,000 to £40,000 per annum (dependant on experience) + benefits.

Location:

Remote or Hybrid – you may work from home or from our London office, with occasional site visits.

Job type:
Full‑time, Permanent.

We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Data Protection Consultant with strong knowledge of data protection legislation and a background in regulatory compliance, education or consultancy. In this role you will work closely with client organisations to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, deliver training, and provide tailored advice and solutions to complex data protection issues.

As a Data Protection Consultant, you will support multiple clients nationally, attending occasional travel as required. This flexible position offers excellent scope for professional development and the chance to work in a market‑leading organisation that specialises in data protection officer services for education.

• Provide expert advice: respond to client queries by phone or email, offering practical guidance and recommendations.
• Conduct Data Audits: carry out compliance audits, analyse findings, and produce detailed audit reports with recommendations.
• Review Policies: assess and update policies and procedures to improve compliance standards.
• Draft Documentation: prepare and review Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and other data protection records.
• Deliver Training: present training sessions to client staff to promote understanding of data protection responsibilities.
• Manage Breaches and Requests: support clients in managing data breaches and subject access requests in line with legislation.
• Maintain Relationships: build and maintain trusted client relationships, providing regular updates and follow‑up support.
• Contribute to Team Development: participate in team meetings, sharing insights and identifying improvements.

• Previous experience in data protection, with sound knowledge of UK GDPR and data compliance.
• Ability to advise clients on data protection compliance, providing clear, practical guidance across a range of areas including risk identification, mitigation strategies, and effective solutions.
• High‑level problem‑solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills with a professional and approachable manner.
• Background in compliance, legal, education, or consultancy is desirable.
• Proven experience of working independently and managing multiple client priorities.
• Strong analytical, research, and report‑writing abilities with attention to detail.
• Confident delivering client training both virtually and in person.

• Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days (28+8 bank holidays) plus 1 day for every year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days.
• Hybrid or remote working across the country.
• Learning & Development opportunities.
• Flexible benefits package including Healthcare Scheme and the ability to purchase additional annual leave.