Are you ready to take on a role where your expertise will shape the future of data protection within a dynamic organisation? Torus Group is seeking a talented and passionate Group Data Protection Officer to join our team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding data. This is a permanent role based in Liverpool with travel to other sites in the North West required. As the Group Data Protection Officer, you'll be the go-to expert on all things data protection, driving compliance, shaping policy, and championing best practices. Reporting directly to Legal Counsel, you'll work collaboratively across all levels of the organisation, offering advice, training, and assurance to ensure Torus continues to meet and exceed regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Oversee data protection policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant legislation. Compliance Champion:
Act as the nominated DPO, providing assurance to senior leadership and supporting the Group's ambitions while maintaining regulatory adherence. Stakeholder Collaboration:
Provide high-quality, practical advice to managers and ensure the adoption of best practices across the organization. Data Breach Management:
Investigate data protection breaches, implement remedial actions, and act as the primary contact for the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Training and Development:
Deliver training, guidance, and practical solutions to promote a culture of data protection compliance. Risk Management:
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), advising on controls to mitigate risks. Innovation:
Develop and streamline processes to support compliance while enhancing operational efficiency. We're searching for an experienced and proactive professional who's ready to make an impact. The ideal candidate will bring: Qualifications:
Expert Knowledge:
A proven track record in managing data protection within a complex organisation, with a professional qualification in data protection. Practical Experience:
Hands-on experience in GDPR compliance, handling Subject Access Requests, and transforming business processes. Leadership Skills:
The ability to supervise and develop team members, including mentoring a data protection apprentice. Stakeholder Engagement:
A collaborative approach to working across all levels of the organisation, delivering measurable business benefits. Analytical Mindset:
A detail-oriented focus on risk and assurance frameworks, with a commitment to robust and practical solutions. Interview Process:
The interview process will consist of two stages. The first stage will be held in person at our Liverpool City Centre office on the 10th and 11th of February 2025. The final stage will take place via Microsoft Teams on Friday, the 14th of February 2025. Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed: Right to work verification Qualification certificate check 2x Completed references OH Health Questionnaire - Fit For Work DBS check (if required for role) Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C's
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Strategic Leadership:
Oversee data protection policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant legislation. Compliance Champion:
Act as the nominated DPO, providing assurance to senior leadership and supporting the Group's ambitions while maintaining regulatory adherence. Stakeholder Collaboration:
Provide high-quality, practical advice to managers and ensure the adoption of best practices across the organization. Data Breach Management:
Investigate data protection breaches, implement remedial actions, and act as the primary contact for the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Training and Development:
Deliver training, guidance, and practical solutions to promote a culture of data protection compliance. Risk Management:
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), advising on controls to mitigate risks. Innovation:
Develop and streamline processes to support compliance while enhancing operational efficiency. We're searching for an experienced and proactive professional who's ready to make an impact. The ideal candidate will bring: Qualifications:
Expert Knowledge:
A proven track record in managing data protection within a complex organisation, with a professional qualification in data protection. Practical Experience:
Hands-on experience in GDPR compliance, handling Subject Access Requests, and transforming business processes. Leadership Skills:
The ability to supervise and develop team members, including mentoring a data protection apprentice. Stakeholder Engagement:
A collaborative approach to working across all levels of the organisation, delivering measurable business benefits. Analytical Mindset:
A detail-oriented focus on risk and assurance frameworks, with a commitment to robust and practical solutions. Interview Process:
The interview process will consist of two stages. The first stage will be held in person at our Liverpool City Centre office on the 10th and 11th of February 2025. The final stage will take place via Microsoft Teams on Friday, the 14th of February 2025. Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed: Right to work verification Qualification certificate check 2x Completed references OH Health Questionnaire - Fit For Work DBS check (if required for role) Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C's
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