Data Governance and Risk Manager

Data Governance and Risk Manager

We are currently looking for a Data Governance and Risk Manager to join Data Protection team.  

The role will lead and support our data protection, privacy, information governance, and risk management activities across the organisation. 

Reporting to the Data Protection Officer (DPO), you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with UK and European data protection legislation, managing organisational risks, and promoting a strong culture of governance and accountability. 

Key Responsibilities include:  

• Manage data protection activities, including risk assessments, breach reporting, DSARs, DPIAs, and Records of Processing Activities (RoPA). 

• Monitor and report on data protection and business risks, providing regular reports and recommendations. 

• Support the review and implementation of data protection policies and compliance initiatives. 

• Deliver training, guidance, and awareness programmes across the organisation. 

• Drive effective risk management practices across the business. 

• Identify emerging risks and work with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies. 

Please note that interviews for shortlisted candidates and any potential job offers may be in place before the application end date. We recommend that, if interested in any of the roles, you apply as soon as possible. 

Person Specification 

Education  

• Educated to Degree Level or above (or equivalent) 

• Possess relevant Data Protection, Information Governance and/ or Risk Management qualification (such as IAPP or BCS (desirable but not essential). 

• Track record of attending workshops, events and webinars to support learning. 

Experience 

• Expertise in national and European Data Protection Laws and practices, including an in-depth understanding of the DPA 2018 and the EU GDPR. 

• Experience of working in complex organisations with multi-national Data Protection exposure. 

• Knowledge of the Higher Education sector would be an advantage. 

• Experience of Risk Management and Information Governance. (Including, but not limited to knowledge and/ or experience with ISO27001 or equivalent)  

• Experience in supporting DSAR’s. 

Skills 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise tasks and projects. 

• Ability to facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Ability to conduct technical discussions in simple terms. 

• Understanding of Information Technologies and Data Security. 

• Ability to promote a Data Protection culture within CEG. 

In particular, you will: 

• Treat all students and staff with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect. 

• Have regard for the need to safeguard students’ well-being, developing and maintaining a full understanding of current policies and procedures. 

• Show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others. 

• Maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality. 

• Help to create and maintain a safe working environment for everyone. 

Please see the job description on our careers page for further job role information.  

What does Cambridge Education Group do? 

Cambridge Education Group is an international education provider that offers a range of services such as Pathway and Pre University Programs, Pre University Education, Preparatory education through foundations and master’s programmes, English Language courses, University application guidance along with creating Internship opportunities.  

Why will you love working here? 

Whether you work in one of our OnCampus or Managed Campus centres, in CEG Online supporting one of our many partner universities, or as part of one of our central service functions you will find a friendly, fast-paced and supportive work environment created by our diverse range of colleagues. 

Employee Values  

At Cambridge Education Group we believe that in living our values every single day we Achieve More for everyone around us, and in so doing makes it a great place to work. 

Expert – Each individual strives to demonstrate expertise in everything they do, from previous experiences or acquiring new, relevant skills and know-how. We are great at sharing our knowledge to help our students, fellow colleagues and partners Achieve More. 

Authentic – Our actions are taken, and decisions made, in line with our vision and mission; we trust everyone to do the right thing and deliver what they say they will through genuine, open and honest dialogue. We bring our whole selves to work, maximising our diversity to Achieve More. 

Innovative – We continually improve all aspects of what we do, being solution-focused to affect change on our path to Achieve More.  All colleagues share their ideas, big and small, and are flexible to new practices, approaches and ways of working. 

Benefits 

UK 

* Perkbox (includes hundreds of discounts on brands)  

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – giving caring and compassionate support to all staff, as well as a dedicated Mental Health Support Network. 

* Private Medical  

* Life Assurance  

* Cycle to work scheme 

* Car Leasing 

* Discounts with childcare providers during School holidays  

* Staff Discount on CEG Digital courses  

* Mentoring scheme  

* Enhanced annual leave

Data Governance and Risk Manager application closing date - 29/06/2026