ABOUT US:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an exciting time to join our Information Governance team at the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Information Governance Officer (Deputy DPO) to support our Data Protection Officer in ensuring compliance with data protection laws and best practices across the organisation. This is a critical role in safeguarding personal data and promoting a culture of privacy and accountability.

Your role will include:

• Assist the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in monitoring compliance with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation.
• Support the development and implementation of data protection policies, procedures, and training.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and advise on risk mitigation strategies.
• Respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and liaise with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate responses.
• Maintain records of processing activities and support audits and investigations.
• Provide guidance to staff on data protection issues and promote awareness across the organisation.
• Monitor and report on data breaches, ensuring appropriate escalation and resolution.