Senior Lead (Data Protection)

Location

Leicester - Hybrid

Vacancy Type

Permanent/Full Time

Application Deadline

Friday, June 19, 2026

Job Summary

About the role

Are you a data protection expert who can turn complex regulation into practical, business-friendly solutions? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape data protection across a purpose-driven organisation.

Who we are:

The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) is a leading global organisation that provides health, safety, and environmental qualifications.

Our Vision is to enable and inspire the world of work and wider environment to be a safer and healthier place.

Our Mission is to save lives and protect people at work through offering world-class and accessible health, safety, environmental, risk and wellbeing qualifications, and services that address the changing and emerging risks in the global workplace.

The role

As our Data Protection Officer, you will provide independent oversight and expert advice to ensure we meet UK GDPR and wider regulatory requirements. Acting as the key contact for the ICO, you’ll lead our data governance framework and help embed a culture where data privacy is everyone’s responsibility.

What you’ll do

• Act as the organisation’s DPO and trusted advisor on data protection

• Lead and continuously improve our data governance framework

• Oversee data incidents, SARs and regulatory engagement

• Provide assurance reporting to senior leadership and committees

• Champion data protection awareness and training across the organisation

What we’re looking for

• Strong expertise in UK GDPR and data protection regulation

• Proven experience in a similar senior role

• Ability to influence, engage and communicate with senior stakeholders

• A practical, solutions-focused approach to compliance

• A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Why join us?

You’ll play a key role in safeguarding data across a respected, regulated organisation — shaping best practice, influencing strategy, and making a real impact.

What we offer

Working week:

35 hours Monday – Friday

Work base:

Although NEBOSH offices in Leicestershire (close to Fosse Park and M1) are considered as your work base, we have adopted hybrid working practices (however, attendance will be required at the office on a regular basis).

Salary:

£52,000 per annum

Other benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave increasing with service
• Generous pension scheme
• Private Healthcare and cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service
• Cycle Scheme

Job Profile

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