Guardian Jobs · 15 hours ago
Data Protection Officer, ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS/KEW GARDENS
Bee Ridge, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelRBG Kew is a leading plant science institute seeking a talented data protection professional to join as the Data Protection Officer (DPO). The DPO will be responsible for monitoring compliance with data protection laws, advising the organization on legal obligations, and fostering best practices throughout the organization.
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Responsibilities
Monitoring compliance with data protection laws
Advising the organization on legal obligations
Fostering best practices throughout the organization
Collaborating with information governance teams and external data protection groups
Handling personal data related incidents
Managing data protection workstreams independently
Reporting on compliance to internal stakeholders
Acting as the single point of contact for external data protection engagement
Qualification
Required
Experience in operating at a senior level
Handling personal data related incidents
Data subject rights requests
Providing detailed advice
Subject matter expert on relevant legislation including UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Privacy and Electronic Communication Regulations 2003, and Freedom of Information Act 2000
Understanding of records management and information security practices
Ability to train staff and communicate legislative requirements to all levels of the organisation
Experience in managing data protection workstreams independently
Ability to report on compliance to internal stakeholders including Data Protection Steering Group, Information Governance Group, Executive Board, and Board of Trustees
Acting as the single point of contact for external data protection engagement
Benefits
Opportunities for continuous learning
A generous annual leave entitlement
Flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
An Employee Assistance Programme
Other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
A competitive pension
An employee discount scheme
Free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries
Access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst
Company
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase