Compliance Officer

We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to support our organisation in maintaining the highest standards of data protection, legal compliance, and information governance. This is a pivotal role for an individual with strong regulatory knowledge and a practical approach to managing legal risk, ensuring compliance with legislation such as UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Freedom of Information Act. Working closely with senior leadership, external legal advisors, and regulatory bodies, you will help safeguard organisational integrity while supporting the wellbeing and rights of the vulnerable individuals we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure organisational compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Freedom of Information Act, and related legislation.
• Manage subject access requests (SARs), FOI requests, data breaches, and support the maintenance of data protection frameworks.
• Provide legal and regulatory guidance across operational areas, including policy reviews, investigations, and risk management.
• Support governance activities through staff training, audits, inspections, reporting, and complaints resolution.
• Maintain accurate records, contribute to strategic planning, and oversee information governance documentation and systems.

Key Requirements:

• Strong working knowledge of data protection legislation, information governance, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing SARs, FOI requests, DPIAs, privacy notices, and data-sharing agreements.
• Ability to provide clear legal and compliance advice to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage confidential information and competing priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint, with confidence in maintaining digital records.