Data Protection Lead

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, EU GDPR, PECR, and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018, while supporting the organisation in maintaining the highest standards of privacy, confidentiality, and secure data handling., * Lead data protection compliance across the organisation

• Manage DPIAs, SARs and data breach processes
• Maintain and oversee Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
• Liaise with regulatory authorities including ICO and DPC
• Support information security governance and cyber security controls
• Liaise with IT to ensure systems and infrastructure support secure data processing
• Assist with cyber security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response processes
• Deliver data protection training and policy guidance
• Support internal audits and external regulatory reviews

Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in Organizational skills?, We are seeking an experienced and proactive Data Protection Lead to oversee data protection compliance and governance across our operations in both Ireland and Northern Ireland. This is a key governance role requiring strong regulatory knowledge, technical understanding, and the ability to work across multiple jurisdictions., * Minimum 2 years' experience in a Data Protection, Privacy, or Information Governance role

• Strong knowledge of UK/EU GDPR, PECR, and Irish Data Protection Legislation
• Experience managing DIPAs, SAR, and Data breach incidents
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Understanding of confidentiality and secure data handling
• Full right to work in UK
• Fluent English
• Full EU Driving Licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable Criteria:

• Strong understanding of IT systems and information security principles
• Experience working with cyber security controls and governance
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, or similar information security frameworks

Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development Supportive, growth-oriented working environment Paid holidays In-house counselling support An AccessNI check will be required as part of the recruitment process - a copy of the Access NI Code of Practice will be made available to all applicants upon request. Copies of Tarasis Enterprises policies on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders & Access NI Disclosure Handling Policy are also available on demand. Please note a criminal record may not necessarily be a bar to a position. Full Job Description available on request Tarasis Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer.