Project Officer

Summary

We are now looking for a Project Officer to join our friendly and busy team, with a focus on providing Project and Programme risk-assurance support.

The National Trust’s Data Protection Office (DPO) is dedicated to the assurance and protection of personal data across all our functions and activities.

By putting individuals at the heart of what we do, the DPO help National Trust to meet our strategic compliance obligations in accordance with current legislation (UK General Data Protection Regulation / Data Protection Act 2018) and the guidance of the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

What it's like to work here

The work of the Data Protection Office is varied and fast-paced. The successful candidate will be comfortable working flexibly and independently to meet changing priorities. The role will deal with complex and sensitive information, requiring confidential interaction with internal and external stakeholders and knowledge of when to escalate risks and issues. 

Your contractual location will be our central office Heelis in Swindon where we meet on a regular basis as a team, however there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust.

What you'll be doing

The Project Officer will work closely alongside our Assistant Data Protection Lead, supporting them to effectively manage Project & Programme risk. Responsibilities will include triage, prioritisation and responses to email correspondence; maintaining task lists; proactively tracking and managing data protection assessments and supplier / partner agreements and keeping the Trust's data protection and risk records accurate and up to date.

Who we're looking for

You can view the full role profile in the document attached. You don’t need all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role. For this position, we’re looking for someone who:

• has a good understanding of UK Data Protection principles and the risks of regulatory non-compliance
• is self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and prioritise.
• has strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• has good communication skills with the ability to liaise with key partners at all levels
• has experience, or demonstrates the ability to learn and explore, new technology and systems as required for example JIRA and OneTrust.
• has knowledge of building and maintaining forms and trackers / record repositories to help streamline our processes across our suite of Microsoft systems

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax-free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

• Independent financial advice

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