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Assistant Data Protection Officer

Manx CarePublic sector
£37,204 - £43,466Full TimePermanentNot specifiedHealthcare
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 25 March 2026

Job Description

About the role Do you want to use your data protection expertise to shape how an entire health and social care system protects the people it serves? As an Assistant Data Protection Officer within Manx Care, you will guide teams through DPIAs, support DSARs, help manage data breaches, strengthen governance processes and promote privacy by design across the organisation. You will become a trusted source of advice for staff working with sensitive information every day. You will love this role if you want to grow your skills, take on meaningful responsibility and see the impact of your work across a large and varied organisation. It gives you the chance to apply your analytical strengths, deepen your knowledge of data protection law and use your communication skills to improve how information is handled every day. You will gain valuable experience working with senior leaders and have opportunities to step up and deputise for the Data Protection Officer as you develop your career in information governance. Apply now! A workplace that invests in you ✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. ✔ A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year. ✔ A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take as leave. ✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. ✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. ✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues. ✔ Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service. ✔ Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. ✔ Access to the Noble’s Hospital staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks. ✔ Free car parking. Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment. Things to note A basic police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government. Please note a relocation package is not available for this role. Ready to apply? We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at gaye.miller@gov.im. To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi41%
AI exposure (AIOE)i68%

This role blends routine/augmented tasks (e.g., DSAR processing, compliance monitoring) with significant human-centric responsibilities (advisory, privacy by design, deputising for DPO). Many administrative and reporting elements are exposed to automation or AI augmentation, but core advisory and governance functions require contextual judgment and interpersonal skills.

Task analysis

  • Guide teams through Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to ensure privacy risks are identified and mitigated.
  • Support the processing and response to Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) from individuals seeking their personal data.
  • Assist in managing and investigating data breaches, including documentation and reporting to relevant authorities.
  • Advise staff and senior leaders on data protection law, policies, and best practices.
  • Promote privacy by design and embed data protection principles in new projects and processes.
  • Strengthen and document information governance processes and policies across the organization.
  • Monitor compliance with data protection regulations and internal policies.
  • Deputise for the Data Protection Officer when required, representing the organization in high-level meetings.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 2421Chartered and Certified Accountants
O*NET: 13-1111.00 Management Analysts
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Human health activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £40k
This vacancy
£37,204
UK sector median
£32,841
UK sector mean
£37,924
£0£10k£20k£30k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI tools for DSAR triage and redaction tasks
  • Automate compliance monitoring with workflow and reporting solutions
  • Use AI-driven analytics to identify privacy risk patterns

📈 Disruption outlook

15%1 yr
35%5 yrs
60%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentDSAR Automation Platform

Automates DSAR intake, redaction, and response workflows

💻 TechnologyCompliance Monitoring Dashboard

Automates policy tracking and breach alerts

🌍 OutsourcingSpecialist Privacy Consultancy

Handles complex DPIAs and breach investigations externally

Recommendation

Augment role

AI can streamline admin tasks but advisory and governance require human expertise

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate DSAR workflows and compliance tasks

Copilot for Word

Draft and review privacy documentation efficiently

Power BI

Visualise compliance trends and breach data

Key Skills

Regulatory ComplianceAdvancedCritical ThinkingAdvancedStakeholder ManagementIntermediateReport WritingIntermediateData AnalysisIntermediateConfidentialityExpertProject ManagementIntermediateAdministration and ManagementIntermediateLaw and GovernmentIntermediateAttention to DetailAdvancedData Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)Advanced

Knowledge Areas

Compliance and Regulatory FrameworksConfidentiality and Data ProtectionLaw and GovernmentReporting and DocumentationClient Service and Relationship ManagementInformation Management SystemsHealthcare Operations

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingWritingCoordinationMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisPersuasionActive LearningInstructing

Alternative Career Paths

Data Protection Officer92% match

Lead organizational data protection strategy and compliance, serving as the primary authority on data privacy.

Information Governance Manager85% match

Oversee information governance frameworks, ensuring compliance and best practice across the organization.

Compliance Analyst78% match

Monitor and analyze regulatory compliance across business operations, reporting on risks and breaches.

Risk Manager74% match

Identify, assess, and mitigate organizational risks, including those related to data and information security.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Apache TomcatGoogle AngularMicrosoft ASP.NETSpring FrameworkMySQLTransact-SQLApache KafkaApache MavenGoMicrosoft PowerShellSAP softwareC#jQueryScalaSwift

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Getting Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Working with Computers
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Processing Information
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Documenting/Recording Information

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

24%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

13%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

5/5

Extensive prep

O*NET Median Salary

£66k

US ref. $84k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Business and Financial Operations

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