Governance, Data Protection; GDPR Policy Manager

Please enter your search criteria below and select Search. To search for more than one item in a list, select the multiple criteria required using the keyboard keys 'Ctrl' or 'Shift'.

Job profile for Governance, Data Protection (GDPR) & Policy Manager

Stamford 02/11/2026 Governance, Data Protection (GDPR) & Policy Manager

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary £35,396 per annum Contractual hours 37 Region East Date posted 19/10/2026 Job reference REQ
000749 Attachments JD Governance, Data Protection (GDPR) & Policy

Salary - £35,396 per annum

Hours - 37 hours per week

Contract - Permanent

Location - Stamford

Closing Date – 2nd November 2026

Are you experienced in governance, data protection, compliance and policy management? Do you enjoy bringing structure to complex processes, managing risk and helping organisations maintain high standards of accountability and good practice?

IEG is looking for a proactive and organised Governance, Data Protection (GDPR) & Policy Manager to lead information governance, data protection compliance and policy frameworks across our Further Education College Group.

Working closely with the Chief Finance Officer and Governance Director, you will play a key role in ensuring that our policies, procedures and governance arrangements remain effective, compliant and fit for purpose. You will provide specialist advice and guidance across the Group, supporting colleagues to manage information responsibly, maintain robust records and meet relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to organisational improvement, supporting effective decision-making, managing compliance risks and promoting a culture of transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.

• Data Protection & GDPR: Coordinate compliance with data protection legislation, manage information rights requests and oversee personal data breach processes.
• Freedom of Information: Manage FOI and EIR requests, ensuring responses meet statutory deadlines.
• Records & Information Management: Maintain records retention arrangements, information asset registers and secure data disposal processes.
• Governance & Risk: Maintain risk registers, prepare compliance reports and support meetings with senior leaders and governance committees.
• Policy Management: Coordinate policy reviews and work with colleagues across the Group to ensure policies remain current, compliant and accessible.

The full job description and person specification are available to view for further details about the role.

You will be organised, methodical and confident managing sensitive information, competing priorities and compliance processes. You will also bring:

• Working knowledge of GDPR, data protection legislation and information governance principles.
• Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, with the ability to prepare reports and analyse information.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively, using initiative and discretion when handling confidential information.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and continuous professional development.

Experience in data protection processes, compliance monitoring, policy implementation or information rights requests would be advantageous.

Why work for IEG?

• Generous Leave: Up to 43 days annual leave per year, including Bank Holidays and Christmas close (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Healt…