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Data Protection Officer & Information Governance Manager

University of Salford16 open roles

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Your applicationOpen nowData Protection Officer & Information Governance ManagerUniversity of Salford · Salford, United Kingdom

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. University of Salford postings stay open a median of 5 days.

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Job Description

Are you an experienced data protection and information governance professional looking for an opportunity to shape data strategy and make a tangible impact across a complex organisation?

We are seeking an exceptional Data Protection Officer & Information Governance Manager to lead the University's information governance framework and be our designated Data Protection Officer. In this important role, you will provide expert advice on data protection, freedom of information, subject access, information governance, and regulatory compliance. You will help to ensure the University operates robustly, confidently, responsibly and in line with its legal obligations.

Working within the Legal Services team, you will collaborate with colleagues across academic and professional services, build strong relationships with senior leaders and external partners, and play a key role in managing risk while enabling innovation and operational excellence. You will also lead the University's response to emerging information governance challenges and opportunities in a rapidly evolving regulatory and digital landscape.

Key responsibilities

  • Act as the University's designated Data Protection Officer and principal contact for the Information Commissioner's Office.
  • Lead and develop the University's information governance framework, policies, procedures and guidance.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection, freedom of information and environmental information legislation.
  • Manage complex data protection matters including DPIAs, data breaches, complaints and regulatory enquiries.
  • Lead, support and develop Information Governance Officer colleagues while promoting a culture of good information governance across the University.

A bit about our department

The Legal Services team sits within the University Secretary's Office and supports the University in managing legal, information governance and regulatory responsibilities. The Legal Services team provides specialist advice across a broad range of matters, including information governance, data protection and risk management. The team works collaboratively with colleagues across the University, fostering a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach that enables our University to achieve its strategic ambitions while maintaining robust governance and compliance standards.

We're looking for someone with significant senior experience in data protection and information governance who can combine technical expertise with sound judgement and excellent relationship-building skills. You will be confident advising senior stakeholders, interpreting complex legislation and translating requirements into practical solutions. You will be able to successfully balance competing priorities and provide a sustainable service. Experience within higher education or the public sector, or a professional qualification in data protection, would be advantageous.

What's in it for you?

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest-growing universities. At Salford, you'll find a career that works for you, with:

  • Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
  • An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
  • Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
  • Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
  • A rewarding career - A vibrant, inclusive community where your work will make a genuine difference to students, colleagues and the wider community.

We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Our differences make us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives. At the University of Salford you'll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive.

Interviews will be held before Christmas.

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Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.

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