Compliance & Data Protection Lead Job at Inspired Villages

Inspired Villages Job

Compliance & Data Protection Lead Job at Inspired Villages – Our purpose drives us to build real communities that enhance the lives of our residents every day. We are seeking a Compliance & Data Protection Lead to join our expanding Finance team.

Location:Inspired Villages Head Office
Salary:£45,000
Hours per week:37.5
Vacancy type:Part time, permanent

After seven years of phenomenal growth and numerous awards, we are backed by a joint venture partnership between Legal & General PLC and NatWest Group Pension Trustee Limited. We are on course to significantly transform the later living experience in the UK, with a commitment to expand our portfolio to 34 retirement villages, which will equate to around 5,000 age-appropriate homes for retirees.

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The Compliance & Data Protection Lead will have operational responsibility for GDPR and data protection compliance, maintain the company’s policy register, and serve as the in-house expert for practical data protection queries and guidance. This is a hands-on, high-impact role—ideal for someone who combines strong attention to detail with a genuine passion for embedding robust compliance practices across the organisation. The role offers variety and scope, blending strategic oversight with day-to-day implementation. It’s well suited to a proactive, solutions-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at translating complex requirements into practical, business-ready solutions.

If you’re looking for a career which means more and gives you more, personally and professionally, there’s a place for you here at Inspired Villages.

The Role:

Data Protection & GDPR Compliance

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our GDPR and data protection framework.
Serve as the go-to expert for practical data protection matters, offering operational guidance and support across the business.
Oversee compliance with internal Data Protection Policies, ensuring robust governance.
Coordinate and deliver engaging data protection training and awareness initiatives.
Manage Records of Processing Activities (ROPA), Subject Access Requests (SARs), breach investigations, and related documentation.
Continuously enhance data protection controls and awareness throughout the organisation.
Stay ahead of regulatory developments and adapt internal processes accordingly.
Collaborate with audit teams and operational leaders to ensure a consistent and integrated approach to compliance.

Policy & Procedure Governance

Maintain and regularly review the organisation’s policy register, ensuring all policies are current, consistent, and well-communicated.
Support policy owners in drafting, updating, and embedding new and revised policies across departments.
Monitor compliance with policy requirements and escalate any emerging risks or issues.

Key Requirements:

Proven experience managing GDPR compliance in a business setting, including handling Subject Access Requests (SARs), data breaches, Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
Strong track record in GDPR record-keeping and performance reporting, with the ability to produce clear, audit-ready documentation.
Demonstrated expertise in conducting compliance reviews, risk assessments, and policy oversight—ideally within a regulated environment.
Experience managing compliance in regulated sectors, ensuring alignment with industry-specific legal, regulatory, and best practice standards.
Proven ability to deliver end-to-end compliance solutions across a range of business areas and operational functions.
In-depth understanding of risk management processes, including identifying, assessing, mitigating, and reporting on risks.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and present clear compliance management information (MI); confident using Excel for reporting and analysis.

The Benefits:

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Giving Something Back – 3 additional days leave for charity or voluntary work per year
Big birthdays off (those ending in a 0)
Medicash health plan
Enhanced family benefits and sickness policies
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance at x4 your annual salary
5% matched pension scheme
Access to SMART tech
Retail discounts on a variety of outlets
Cycle to work scheme
Electric car scheme
Access to an incredible workspace, with a gym, social areas, and parking.

More enjoyment. More satisfaction. More like one big family. If you’re looking for a career that means more and gives you more, hit that apply button!

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