Compliance and Data Protection Officer

Location/Salary/Contract

East London (office based 3 days per week, with flexibility).

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000.

Contract: Part-time (3 days per week).

The Opportunity

A large and growing property management and development group is seeking a Compliance and Data Protection Officer to strengthen compliance, audit and data governance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve compliance policies, processes and controls; ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver staff training and guidance on compliance, risk and operational standards.
• Work closely with the Head of Legal to triage issues and implement agreed actions.
• Lead internal and external audits; maintain evidence, track actions and support policy updates.
• Own third-party compliance (contractors and staffing agencies): due diligence, agreements and assurance.
• Act as the data protection lead: advise on obligations and best practice, and keep up to date with regulatory change.
• Lead organisation-wide data governance and projects, supporting risk framework development and monitoring.

The Candidate

• Proven experience in a compliance role, with strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and controls.
• Credible data protection and data governance experience (including implementing best-practice procedures).
• Strong analytical skills with a practical, solutions-led approach to risk and compliance issues.
• Experience producing clear MI and written documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Confident leading audits and investigations; able to manage sensitive matters with discretion and integrity.
• Excellent communication skills, including delivering training and handling difficult conversations professionally.
• High attention to detail, able to manage a varied workload and collaborate across teams.

How to Apply

Please apply using the link or alternatively, contact Syed at Civitas Charity Recruitment for further information