Could you be Incommunities new Data Protection Manager? We are looking for an experienced data protection subject matter expert to build relationships with key stakeholders, promoting awareness of the importance of data protection across Incommunities. You will ensure we are compliant against the ICO Accountability Framework, as well as providing assurance to the Board. This is an exciting time to join Incommunities and be at the forefront of delivering positive change across the organisation.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.
This year will see us launch our new 5 year corporate strategy to 2029 which puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proud to live in.
Responsibilities
- Manage and deliver the Data Protection Service in a way that embeds this into our culture; proactively working with departments to raise awareness across the organisation about the importance of Data Protection and how this is integral to their role and responsibilities.
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert in advising colleagues on relevant data protection matters including but not limited to: reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Data Sharing Agreements and managing key risks relating to the processing of personal / special category data.
- Reporting to the Head of Legal Services, you will ensure compliance with Data Protection legislation through the effective implementation of our policies and procedures, conducting spot checks and undertaking reviews as the second line of defence.
- Management responsibility for the Data Protection Coordinator, you will oversee compliance with Data Subject Access Requests which is also routinely reported to the Board.
- Annual review of the Records of Processing Activity to help manage data protection risks as well as leading the investigation and reporting of data breaches to the ICO - identifying lessons learned to prevent future incidents.
- Lead on the drafting of the Data Protection Working Group agenda and presenting quarterly reports at this meeting.
- Support internal audits in this area and provide assurance to the Audit and Risk Committee - preparing draft reports for the Director of Governance and Assurance who is also the Data Protection Officer.
Requirements
- Relevant Data Protection qualification
- Extensive experience working in Data Protection - within a regulated environment is desirable
- Experience of managing people effectively and having strong inter-personal skills
- Experience of participating in Internal Audits is desirable
- Ability to apply complex legislative and regulatory guidance into practice and explain in a clear, concise way to colleagues
- Strong report writing skills for senior meetings such as the Executive and Board, including the ability to provide assurance
- The ability to provide strong second line of assurance to the business - conducting spot checks and reviewing evidence of compliance for example
- A positive outlook with the ability to prioritise and work at a fast pace
Benefits
- Starting salary of £59,306 per year
- West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - Current employer contribution is 15.5%
- Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
- 28 days annual leave, which increases to 30 in your 2nd year and 32 in your 3rd year plus bank holidays
- Option to buy and sell annual leave
- Training, development, and qualification opportunities
- Agile and hybrid working - 2 days p/w in the office (BD17 7BN)
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking onsite
We are an equal opportunity employer but beyond characteristics protected by law, we welcome and value applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. Incommunities is accredited as menopause friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness and understanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.