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# Data Protection Lead - Contract/Inside IR35

- **Company:** Agilesource Ltd
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Sharing, Privacy Controls, Data Analytics
- **Published:** August 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-CCC7629B3085702376/

## About the Role

This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong technical understanding of data protection within digital environments, alongside the ability to influence senior stakeholders and enable programme delivery while effectively managing privacy risk., * Significant experience in a senior Data Protection, Privacy or Information Rights role.

 * Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and wider data protection legislation.
 * Experience supporting large-scale transformation or digital programmes.
 * Proven experience working within technical environments alongside developers, engineers and data architects.
 * Demonstrable experience embedding Privacy by Design into digital products and services.
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement with senior leadership teams.
 * Ability to work effectively in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
 * Experience developing pragmatic, risk-based solutions that support delivery outcomes.

Desirable Experience

 * Experience within Central Government, Civil Service or wider public sector organisations.
 * Experience supporting digital product delivery teams.
 * Data sharing governance experience.
 * Broader understanding of information security principles (although this is not a security-focused role).
 * Microsoft 365 proficiency.

## Description

AgileSource are seeking experienced Data Protection Leads to join a growing Data Governance function supporting major digital transformation programmes within government. The successful candidates will operate at a senior level, partnering with product, engineering, architecture and business stakeholders to embed privacy-by-design principles across complex digital services and data-driven initiatives., * Provide expert data protection and privacy advice across large-scale digital transformation initiatives.

 * Embed Privacy by Design principles into product development, technology delivery and operational processes.
 * Work closely with developers, software engineers, architects and delivery teams to ensure privacy requirements are understood and implemented effectively.
 * Conduct and review privacy risk assessments and advise on mitigation strategies.
 * Support data sharing initiatives and ensure appropriate governance controls are in place.
 * Engage confidently with senior leaders and stakeholders, presenting recommendations and risk positions clearly.
 * Balance compliance obligations with delivery objectives, positioning data protection as an enabler rather than a blocker.
 * Contribute to the ongoing development of the wider Data Governance and Data Protection function.
 * Operate independently across multiple workstreams while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organisation.


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