Data Protection Manager
Posted 1 day 18 hours ago by Work For Scotland
£80,000 - £100,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
I.T. & Communications Jobs
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Description
Profession Knowledge & Information Management
Job Family Information Governance
Locations Glasgow, United Kingdom Dundee, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Working Pattern Full Time
Which requisition process does this apply to? Standard
Number of Openings 1
Apply Before 02/19/2026, 11:55 PM
Overview Are you passionate about safeguarding personal data and ensuring organisations uphold the highest standards of information governance? Social Security Scotland's Data Protection and Information Governance team is looking for a dedicated Data Protection Manager to play a vital role in maintaining public trust and ensuring compliance across our organisation.
Based in Dundee or Glasgow, you will be part of a collaborative team committed to high standards and continuous professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to influence data protection practices and support organisational excellence in a fast paced, impactful setting.
Key Competencies
Success Profiles We use an assessment framework called 'Success Profiles' which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements.
Experience & Behaviours
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.
If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and presentation.
Information Session We would like to invite you to a candidate information session on Friday 13th February at 1 2pm.
The session will include:
Interview - w/c 9th March 2026
Location - In Person in either Dundee or Glasgow
Reserve List In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available, a reserve list will be kept for up to 9 months.
About Us Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.
Working Pattern Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location, which will be either Glasgow or Dundee. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.
Security Checks Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre employment checks - Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).
Equality Statement Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at .
Right to Work in the UK Social Security Scotland is an approved sponsor under the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Please note that UK immigration guidance, including skill and salary thresholds and eligible occupations, is reviewed regularly and subject to change. If you require visa sponsorship, you should check the latest criteria to confirm whether this role meets current requirements before applying. You can find further advice on Gov.UK - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK.
Further Information The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
Social Security Scotland's recruitment processes are underpinned by the recruitment principles of the Civil Service Commissioner, which outline that selection for appointment be made on merit on the basis of fair and open competition - Recruitment - Civil Service Commissioner (independent.gov.uk).
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Job Family Information Governance
Locations Glasgow, United Kingdom Dundee, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Working Pattern Full Time
Which requisition process does this apply to? Standard
Number of Openings 1
Apply Before 02/19/2026, 11:55 PM
Overview Are you passionate about safeguarding personal data and ensuring organisations uphold the highest standards of information governance? Social Security Scotland's Data Protection and Information Governance team is looking for a dedicated Data Protection Manager to play a vital role in maintaining public trust and ensuring compliance across our organisation.
Based in Dundee or Glasgow, you will be part of a collaborative team committed to high standards and continuous professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to influence data protection practices and support organisational excellence in a fast paced, impactful setting.
Key Competencies
- Experience & Expertise: Demonstrable experience in completing DPIAs and managing data sharing agreements. Skilled in raising and discussing information risks, making informed recommendations, and influencing actions to mitigate risks.
- Leadership & Communication: A confident leader with line management experience and the ability to lead others, handle challenge, and navigate differing views while ensuring data protection requirements are understood and upheld.
- Analytical & Influential: Competent in analysing information risks and communicating complex issues clearly to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.
- Data Protection Governance & Risk Management
- Lead the implementation and delivery of our data protection by design principles and data sharing strategies.
- Oversee the production, maintenance, and review of DPIAs, ensuring they are comprehensive and up to date.
- Manage the creation, review, and maintenance of data sharing agreements with external partners such as DWP and HMRC.
- Ensure oversight of the data protection governance workload and backlog, aligning priority tasks with organisational objectives to effectively manage resources and mitigate risks.
- Provide expert advice on complex data protection issues across Social Security Scotland, particularly to senior staff.
- Support the development of policies and best practices in data protection and information governance.
- Stakeholder Engagement & External Relationships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation.
- Advise on data protection and information risk, escalating issues to the Data Protection Officer and senior leadership as appropriate.
- Support external data sharing requests received from other departments, working closely with the wider Data Services branch.
- Ensure contractual arrangements with suppliers meet data protection standards and requirements.
- Leadership & Professional Development
- Line manage at least two Senior Data Protection Practitioners, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Lead on issues of particular complexity and sensitivity, using your knowledge and experience to build team capability.
- Work collaboratively with the Data Protection Officer and other managers to set objectives, monitor progress, and drive continuous improvement based on risk assessments, breach reports, and assurance findings.
Success Profiles We use an assessment framework called 'Success Profiles' which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements.
Experience & Behaviours
- Proven experience in leading or supporting the completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and managing data sharing agreements with external partners. Ability to oversee their production, maintenance, and review processes to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
- Demonstrable experience in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Skilled in advising on data protection and information risks, supporting external data sharing requests, and ensuring contractual arrangements with suppliers meet data protection standards.
- Experience of line managing or leading teams, with the ability to support, develop, and motivate staff. Proven track record of leading on complex or sensitive issues, providing guidance and professional development to team members, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Behaviours
- Changing and Improving (Level 4)
- Seeing the Big Picture (Level 4)
- Delivering at Pace (Level 4)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.
If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and presentation.
Information Session We would like to invite you to a candidate information session on Friday 13th February at 1 2pm.
The session will include:
- About Social Security Scotland
- The Data Protection Manager role and team
- Our recruitment process
- Q&A with the hiring manager
Interview - w/c 9th March 2026
Location - In Person in either Dundee or Glasgow
Reserve List In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available, a reserve list will be kept for up to 9 months.
About Us Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.
Working Pattern Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location, which will be either Glasgow or Dundee. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.
Security Checks Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre employment checks - Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).
Equality Statement Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at .
Right to Work in the UK Social Security Scotland is an approved sponsor under the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Please note that UK immigration guidance, including skill and salary thresholds and eligible occupations, is reviewed regularly and subject to change. If you require visa sponsorship, you should check the latest criteria to confirm whether this role meets current requirements before applying. You can find further advice on Gov.UK - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK.
Further Information The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
Social Security Scotland's recruitment processes are underpinned by the recruitment principles of the Civil Service Commissioner, which outline that selection for appointment be made on merit on the basis of fair and open competition - Recruitment - Civil Service Commissioner (independent.gov.uk).
. click apply for full job details