Data Protection Consultant
Location: 100% Remote (UK-based)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £36,500 (dependent on experience)
The Opportunity:
We are working with a specialist organisation seeking a Data Protection Consultant to join its data services function. This is a fully remote role, offering exposure to a varied client base, primarily within the education sector, and the opportunity to deliver practical, high-quality data protection advice. The role would suit a candidate with hands-on experience in UK data protection who is comfortable in a client-facing environment and enjoys advising on real-world compliance matters.
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide day-to-day data protection advice to a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
*Conduct data protection compliance audits and produce clear, actionable audit reports.
*Advise on and support with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
*Manage and advise on data breaches, including containment, assessment, and reporting.
*Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information matters.
*Draft, review, and update data protection policies and procedures.
*Liaise with third parties and the Information Commissioner’s Office where required.
*Deliver data protection training remotely, with occasional in-person delivery if required.
*Maintain accurate records and documentation using internal systems.
Experience & Skills Required:
*Strong working knowledge of UK data protection law and best practice.
*Experience in a data protection, compliance, or advisory role.
*Proven client-facing experience with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
*Experience conducting audits and preparing structured written reports.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote working environment.
Desirable:
*Experience working with education-sector clients.
*Experience handling ICO correspondence or regulatory matters.
*Relevant data protection qualifications (e.g. GDPR Practitioner, ISEB, or equivalent).
What’s on Offer:
*100% remote working
*Competitive salary
*Exposure to a broad and interesting client base
*Supportive and collaborative team environment