Data Protection, Legal & Regulatory Compliance Manager - SC Cleared

We are seeking an experienced Data Protection, Legal & Regulatory Compliance Manager to provide oversight, governance and assurance across data protection, legal and regulatory compliance activities within a secure and complex delivery environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring that data handling, operational processes and delivery practices comply with relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and assurance of data protection compliance, including GDPR and UK data protection legislation
• Define and maintain compliance frameworks, policies and controls aligned to legal and regulatory obligations
• Act as a senior point of contact for data protection, legal and regulatory compliance matters
• Support the identification, assessment and management of compliance risks and issues
• Provide guidance on lawful data use, information governance and data sharing arrangements
• Engage with internal teams, partners and suppliers to ensure consistent compliance standards are applied

Skills & Experience

• Active SC Clearance or above
• Proven experience in data protection, legal compliance or regulatory compliance roles
• Strong understanding of UK data protection legislation (including GDPR) and information governance principles
• Experience operating in complex, regulated or safety-critical environments
• Ability to translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical, delivery-focused guidance
• Experience developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, policies and assurance processes