Full-time DPO, University of Salford

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.

02KEY 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.

03A 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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05RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.