Legal Compliance Officer (Data Protection)

£25.29 – £32/hour

Full Time, Public Sector Vacancy In Essex

About the Role:

One of my local government clienst is in their search for a Legal Compliance Officer with a strong background in data protection and information governance.

This is a fantastic part-time opportunity for an experienced professional to support a busy Legal Services department in ensuring compliance with a wide range of statutory requirements and internal policies, particularly around Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), Subject Access Requests (SARs), and GDPR.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage and respond to FOI and EIR requests on behalf of the Council.

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Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) in accordance with GDPR and DPA 2018.

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Oversee internal and third-party personal data sharing processes.

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Support compliance with the Council’s LEXCEL accreditation.

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Process and monitor legal invoices in line with Council procedures.

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Provide guidance and support to other departments on FOI and data protection matters.

What We’re Looking For:

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Experience handling FOI, SARs, and data sharing under GDPR.

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Knowledge of relevant legislation: DPA 2018, GDPR, FOIA 2000, EIR 2004.

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A proactive and organised individual, confident in managing statutory deadlines and liaising across departments.

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Experience supporting Lexcel compliance or working within a regulated legal services environment is highly desirable.

If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd

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