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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Protection Manager - **Company:** Ministry of Justice - **Location:** UK - **Salary:** £42,914.0 - £46,182.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Sharing, Information Management, Data Processing, Data Management, Legacy Systems - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/ApplicationMethods?jobId=20793&record=20793 ## About the Role * A current working knowledge and understanding of both the GDPR and DPA 2018 and must be able to recognise, and advise upon, the potential impacts of such on MoJ's existing and emerging technology systems / projects. * A proven track record in developing and leading information assurance strategy in government, including stakeholder engagement, specifically in relation to risk, * Proven leadership experience in an information / data management setting. * Experience and knowledge of existing working practices within government, including technical security advice, risk management, off-shoring, data protection impact assessment, governance and compliance. * Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain focus and alignment of the team's activities - including experience of the management of a team of information security / assurance specialists. * Experience of engaging with stakeholders and staff to resolve business issues and ensure effective and efficient delivery of services. * In a comparable business environment, experience of providing evidence based, risk balanced advice to seniors, presenting complex considerations in clear and non-technical terms. Desirable * A data protection/GDPR qualification e.g. CIPP/E or CIPM This list is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. ## Description SID is part of the Service Transformation Group. The Group oversees the building of a strategic vision for modernising and digitising our legacy systems, generating a coordinated plan across the MoJ and its agencies for transformation, and tracking delivery of this transformation. Security and information management are fundamental building blocks of enabling the department to deliver. We have highly skilled experts working collaboratively with the department, Government Security Group and other partners to enable the whole of the MoJ to function securely, lawfully and transparently. We identify, manage, and mitigate MoJ's security, data protection and information risks, and provide assurance against those risks. We're also home to the Counter Fraud Centre of Expertise. Part of our mission is to up-skill the department so that security becomes second nature to our people and partners. Team Profile The remit of the Data Protection Team covers Headquarters, the five Executive Agencies and 12 Arm's Length Bodies. Their work includes: 1. Monitoring and overseeing compliance with data protection legislation and MoJ personal data policies 2. Advising on Data Protection Impact Assessments 3. Acting as the point of contact with the Information Commissioner's Office 4. Receiving requests from data subjects who wish to exercise their rights to - access, restrict, rectify or erase - their personal data, Reporting to the Data Protection Strategic Lead you will have a leading role in contributing to improvements to the way the department manages its personal data including responsibility for promoting adherence to and providing guidance across a vast spectrum of business areas on information legislation; you will also be part of the management of high impact incidents involving personal data. Responsibilities, Activities and Duties The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities, and duties: Key Responsibilities include: * Act as principle point of contact for a number of the MoJ's component agencies/ organisations and central work-streams; providing expert advice and guidance on the application of data protection legislation in their business area and particular circumstances. You will have to deal with complex issues and will need to be able to produce accurate advice on compliance matters quickly, to a high standard. * Contribute to commissions from within the business and cross-government, to help ensure the proper application of data protection law and reliance on appropriate legal gateways to data processing mindful of the potential risks and outcomes associated with such. * Review and advise upon Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and data sharing agreements / memorandums produced (or in production) to mitigate privacy risks and advise on potential solutions and changes to processes / policies proposed to aid both their legal and practical application. * Build and maintain excellent working relationships with key colleagues in the Ministry, its executive agencies as well as with other government departments. * The role also provides the opportunity to draft a range of written communications including advice and submissions to senior officials and Ministers. You may also have to draft clear letters and other correspondence setting out the legal position in the context of the circumstances in each case to stakeholders and the public., The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity. Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone's circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised role: all successful candidates will be appointed to the nearest viable office nearest to their home postcode and on its respective pay scale. This will be at either a HQ building (subject to desk allocation, a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or a Justice Satellite Office (JSO) - See Map. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity). For current MoJ employees, your base location will need to be changed to the nearest viable office (to your home postcode), either at a HQ building, JCC or JSO within the National Office Network and moved its location's respective pay scale (any legacy arrangements/locations will need to be amended). Some of MoJ's terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made. MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer. All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet. Flexible working hours The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ's Flexible Working policy., A sift based on the lead behaviour, Communicating and Influencing, may be held if a large number of applications are received. If a large number of applications remain after the initial sift, your application will be progressed to a full sift, where all behaviours will then be considered. Behaviours Application Form Question Word Limit 250 Communicating and Influencing Working Together Experience We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability Statement of Suitability Guidance for the Statement of Suitability Please provide your statement of Suitability (of up to 500 words) which demonstrates the key behaviours required for the role. Evidence of Experience CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability Interview stage assessments Interview Dates To be confirmed Behaviours Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Technical A current, and constantly renewed understanding of both UK GDPR and DPA 2018. 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