Are you thinking about becoming a DPO (data protection officer)? You’re not alone. It’s one of the fastest-growing privacy roles in the UK. For many organisations, appointing a DPO is a legal obligation under the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). For others, voluntarily appointing a DPO enables them to demonstrate accountability and manage the growing complexity of privacy regulation. For mid-career professionals, the DPO role represents an attractive career move. It draws on compliance, risk management, IT, and legal expertise, but positions the individual as an independent voice reporting directly to senior management. Salaries are competitive, the role is

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Are you thinking about becoming a DPO (data protection officer)? You’re not alone. It’s one of the fastest-growing privacy roles in the UK. For many organisations, appointing a DPO is a legal obligation under the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). For others, voluntarily appointing a DPO enables them to demonstrate accountability and manage the growing complexity of privacy regulation. For mid-career professionals, the DPO role represents an attractive career move. It draws on compliance, risk management, IT, and legal expertise, but positions the individual as an independent voice reporting directly to senior management. Salaries are competitive, the role is

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