Trainee Data Protection Support Officer

Company Overview:

At Data Protection People, we simplify data protection, cyber security, and compliance for organisations across the UK. Established in 2018, we support businesses of all sizes with practical, commercially focused advice that makes compliance easy to understand and easy to do.

At Data Protection People, we pride ourselves on combining technical expertise with a friendly, approachable culture. Our team is passionate about helping organisations improve, maintain, and demonstrate compliance while building long-term trusted relationships with clients.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Support Team at Data Protection People (DPP). This role is well suited to someone looking to begin a career in a dynamic and growing field, with a genuine interest in helping organisations thrive and a strong desire to develop their knowledge of data protection law. As part of our expanding team, you will work alongside experienced professionals, strengthen your legal understanding, and support a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.

You will play a key part in our mission to simplify data protection compliance and deliver high-quality, practical advice to our clients. The role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in a specialist legal field, with continuous learning and development opportunities.

Role Responsibilities:

As a Data Protection Support Officer, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

· Providing clear and accurate advice to clients on data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

· Supporting our outsourced Data Protection Officers (DPOs) by assisting with research, casework, report preparation, and client queries.

· Responding to enquiries via our support desk and helping clients resolve day-to-day data protection issues in a timely and professional manner.

· Conducting research and analysis to support client audits, DPIAs, SARs, and breach investigations.

· Assisting in the drafting of policies, procedures, and guidance documents.

· Keeping up to date with legal and regulatory developments in data protection and privacy law.

· To undertake preparation in advance as required for client meetings and/or DPP projects creating appropriate notes, references and documentation and sharing this with other team members as necessary.

· To meet with, interview, and discuss matters relevant to DPP projects maintaining accurate notes of conversations and observations.

It is also expected a Support Officer will be able to appropriately:

· Log hours for client work,

· Save work in shared folders,

· Log communications with clients.

Essential Skills:

· Analytical and risk-based mindset,

· Interest in Data Protection Law,

· Basic IT proficiency,

· Ability to explain concepts simply,

· Clear written communication,

· Attention to detail,

· Strong organisational skills.

Desirable Skills:

· Prior legal, cyber or data protection knowledge,

· Experience in using CRMs,

· Experience in billing time.

Person Specification:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join the Support Team at Data Protection People (DPP). This is a junior role, ideally suited to an applicant who is looking to take their first steps into a career in data protection and privacy law.

You don’t need to be an expert in data protection, we’re looking for someone with a strong legal foundation, a willingness to learn, and a keen interest in developing a career in this specialist area. In this role, you’ll receive full training and ongoing support from our experienced team as you build your knowledge and skills in a fast-growing and vital area of law.

Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds LS3 1HS