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Join our client, a leading organisation in their sector, as a Data Protection Adviser in Edinburgh. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model, combining home and office-based work. With a competitive salary and fantastic benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in maintaining data protection compliance and providing guidance and support to an enthusiastic team!

What's in it for you:

An attractive salary ranging from £31,000 to £34,000 per annum
An 8% employer pension contribution
Full-time permanent employment
Working hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Hybrid working options (2 days in office, 3 from home)
26 days of annual leave plus 9 public holidays
Free, on site parking
Opportunities for continuous professional developmentYour Role:

As a Data Protection Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our client's compliance with data protection regulations. You will lead the day-to-day delivery of the Data Protection service, review and develop policies and processes, provide training and support, and manage data protection projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

Being the primary contact for data protection enquiries
Managing and responding to enquiries, ensuring transparency and a traceable audit trail
Managing data protection breaches and minimising risk
Reviewing and providing feedback on data protection documents
Coordinating responses to individual rights requests
Developing and reviewing Data Sharing Agreements and Data Processing Agreements
Promoting staff engagement and awareness of data protection matters
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
Managing and maintaining the 'Data Protection Hub' SharePoint site
Supporting ad-hoc projects and initiatives
Maintaining and developing the 'Data Protection Champions' peer groupRequirements:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

A good general standard of education and/or evidence of continued professional development
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, and CRM systems
A formal Data Protection qualification (desirable)
A detailed understanding of data protection regulations
Experience providing helpdesk support
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Strong communication and team working skills
The ability to meet tight deadlines and work with minimal supervisionIf you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your application!

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Office Angels who are operating as an employment agency. Office Angels are an equal opportunities employer.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to (url removed). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application.

**If you are currently registered with Office Angels and interested in this role please contact your consultant directly by email**

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