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Data Protection Partner
British Gymnastics
British Gymnastics, also known as the British Amateur Gymnastics Association, is the sports governing body for gymnastics and Trampolining in the UK.
Job Posted- 4 May 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 11 May 2026
We are looking for a Data Protection & Governance Partner to join our Governance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening governance and data protection practices across the organisation. Working closely with the Governance Manager and other Data Protection & Governance Partners, you will help embed a culture of compliance, accountability and continuous improvement.
Main responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the role are:
Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of governance, risk management and data protection frameworks, systems and controls
Act as a first point of contact for data protection queries, providing practical, risk-based advice and escalating complex matters where appropriate
Lead on day-to-day data protection activities, including maintaining records of processing activities (ROPA), privacy notices and policy documentation
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and support projects to ensure data protection principles are embedded from the outset
Manage and respond to data subject requests (e.g. DSARs), ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and accurate record-keeping
Monitor, record and support the response to personal data breaches, working collaboratively with IT and other teams to mitigate risks and share lessons learned
Contribute to governance reporting, including preparing data protection metrics, board reports and supporting regulatory correspondence
Support the delivery of data protection training and engagement initiatives, including coordinating the data champion network to promote a strong data protection culture
About you
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
Practical experience supporting core data protection processes (e.g. DPIAs, ROPA, data subject requests and breach management), or the ability to quickly develop this expertise
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a methodical, process-driven approach to managing information and compliance activities
The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, maintaining accurate records, audit trails and clear escalation pathways
A high level of integrity and discretion, with experience handling sensitive and special category personal data appropriately
Experience supporting audits, applying policies and contributing to organisational improvement and action planning
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively, provide guidance and engage stakeholders at all levels
The ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and guidance (including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018) in a practical, proportionate way
Strong IT and administrative skills, including experience using Microsoft 365, alongside a proactive mindset for learning, problem-solving and continuous professional development
How to Apply
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