About this role
Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements: Good working knowledge of GDPRMicrosoft 365 proficiencyAbility to work independently while remaining collaborative within the teamConfidence working with senior stakeholders and reporting back to senior managersFriendly and approachable, with strong interpersonal skillsStrong stakeholder management experienceExperience with transformation or digital projects on a large scale, ideally within governmentPrivacy/data privacy technology experience, including working with developers/software engineersExperience embedding privacy by designData sharing experienceDesirable: recognised privacy qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPT, and CIPMAbility to work confidently with ambiguity and think creatively to manage riskFlexibility in approach to support deliveryExperience in technical or digital environments Responsibilities: Work as a Data Protection Lead supporting privacy by design across projectsCollaborate with developers, software engineers, and data architectsSupport large transformation and digital/technical initiativesAdvise on data privacy and data sharing mattersFeed updates and reporting back to senior stakeholdersHelp manage risk within an enabling functionWork flexibly to ensure delivery in ambiguous situationsContribute as part of a collaborative team while also working independently Technologies: SupportMicrosoft 365Office 365Security More:
We are hiring a Data Protection Lead for a 6-month hybrid assignment, starting as soon as possible. The role can be based in London, Bristol, or Manchester, with flexible hybrid working and no set office days, though our team typically aims to attend the London office every other Tuesday. This is a technical role within a team focused on privacy by design, large-scale transformation, and digital projects. The rate is £650 per day via umbrella. The position requires BPSS clearance. We are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate, and value diversity, with a commitment to equality and inclusion for all.
last updated 36 week of 2026