It's all about our People
What makes a great Data Protection Officer? There are of course many accomplished and qualified privacy professionals, but very few have what is required to be an outstanding DPO within our team. We know this because we’ve reviewed hundreds of privacy professionals’ CVs and we regularly interview the exceptional candidates. However, as you will see below, we recruit only those DPOs that demonstrate the specific knowledge, the precise skill set and explicit experience required to meet the exceptionally high standard you require and we set for the role.
Our Data Protection Experts
Abisola
Data Protection Support Officer
Abisola is a highly organised and ambitious team player with a Master’s degree in Special and Inclusive Education from UCL Institute of Education. Using her broad compliance experience and collaborative skills, Abisola works closely with clients to deliver successful…
Alan
Data Protection Officer
Alan is a CIPM and CIPP/E certified Data Protection Officer (DPO) with extensive experience working for global organisations across multiple sectors, including Charities. He’s a collaborative relationship builder who applies his in-depth knowledge to…
Albert
Data Protection Officer
Albert is a highly knowledgeable CIPP/E certified Data Protection Officer (DPO) with over 16 years’ experience across Healthcare, Higher Education, and Local Government sectors. He has a proven track record of building compliance frameworks for complex…
Amber
Data Protection Manager
Amber is a CIPP/E and CIPM-qualified data protection professional with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Cumbria. She gained early legal experience at a regional law firm, where she developed strong communication and professional skills…
Amy
Data Protection Officer
Amy is an accomplished data protection professional with CIPM, CIPP/E, and cybersecurity ISC2 certifications. She has gained a broad range of experience working across multiple sectors, including Finance, Insurance, and Property Management…
Angelique
Data Privacy Officer
Angelique is an accomplished privacy professional with over a decade of experience in privacy and information governance. She has worked across various sectors, including Healthcare and Transport, spearheading transformative privacy frameworks and AI governance…
Ann
Data Protection Support Officer
Ann is a passionate cybersecurity and data protection professional with more than 20 years’ experience in IT Services and Security. She possesses a wealth of knowledge in compliance, cybersecurity, risk management and mitigation. Ann uses her strong communication skills…
Astha
Data Protection Support Officer
Astha is an enthusiastic data protection professional with a background in bioinformatics. Having gained experience in data science, analytics, and research, she brings a detail-oriented and methodical approach to working with complex datasets…
Ben
Data Protection Officer
Ben is a certified international data protection expert with deep knowledge of global data privacy laws. He’s also a member of the training advisory board for the renowned privacy organisation, the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)…
Caroline
Data Protection Support Officer
Caroline is a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with several years of experience in compliance and regulation within the public sector. Caroline is educated to degree level and possesses outstanding attention to detail, even when under time constraints…
Chris
Data Protection Officer
Chris is an experienced Group Data Protection Officer building on over 18 years of diverse knowledge in the handling and processing of sensitive medical records within operational environments. Chris retains an excellent reputation for problem solving…
Cynthia
Data Protection Officer
Cynthia is a data protection professional with extensive experience in the Life Sciences sector. Having worked with several international organisations, she has in-depth knowledge of multi-jurisdictional privacy laws, including the EU and UK General Data Protection…
Dana
Data Protection Officer
Dana is a highly qualified former attorney of the High Court of South Africa before focussing her career in data protection. Dana has a strong background in financial services as well as the private healthcare sector. As a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)…
Daniela
Data Privacy Officer
Daniela is a talented privacy and compliance professional with a strong background in law. She supports organisations across multiple sectors in achieving compliance with Canadian, US, and European data protection laws. Working closely with businesses…
Dave
Data Protection Officer
Dave is a professional data privacy expert with extensive experience supporting international corporations with their data privacy compliance, most recently in the EMEA region. He is expert in communicating the specific data privacy processes and procedures…
David
Data Protection Officer
David is a highly skilled Data Protection Officer, with a record of success in various challenging roles within the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He is known for his professionalism, proactive approach, and self-motivation. His dedication to providing high-quality…
David
Data Protection Officer
AI Sector Lead
David holds a Graduate Diploma in Law, a B.A. from Oxford and is a qualified Data Protection Professional with ISEB qualifications in Data Protection and Freedom of Information. David has more than a decade’s experience in implementing and monitoring…
Davide
Data Protection Officer
Davide is a skilled, multilingual Data Protection Officer (DPO) with a strong legal background. He holds two Master’s degrees in Law and a PhD in Design, which focuses on privacy and ethics in service design. He has worked in senior privacy roles at major organisations across Finance, IT…
Dominic
Data Protection Officer
Dom is a CIPP/E and CIPM accredited Data Protection Officer (DPO) with over a decade’s experience in the field. He has worked across the Finance, Information Technology, Education, and Charity sectors, helping organisations understand privacy…
Emily
Data Protection Officer
Emily is a driven Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Associate Member of the International Compliance Association (ICA), with a First-Class Law degree. She has strong experience leading complex audits, risk programmes, and regulatory reviews across the Healthcare, Insurance, and Technology sectors…
Emmanuel
Data Protection Support Officer
Emmanuel is a common law lawyer and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E). With a strong academic background and extensive experience in handling Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), his customer-focused approach ensures…
Harriet
Data Protection Officer
Harriet is an enthusiastic and experienced data protection professional with a strong background in the healthcare sector. As an LL.B. Law graduate and qualified GDPR Practitioner, Harriet has over six years’ experience in working in privacy gaining valuable…
Ian
Data Protection Officer
DSAR Pod Leader
Ian is a highly qualified Data Protection Officer, holding the CIPP/E, CIPM, GDPR Practitioner Certificate, and Postgraduate
Certificate in Data Protection Law and Information Governance. A former deputy headteacher, he has served as DPO for more than 130 schools…
Ilkin
Data Protection Officer
Ilkin is a business-driven, risk-oriented and technically literate privacy professional who’s experience derives from the financial and Adtech arenas. Ilkin has almost a decade of experience in overseeing risk and privacy matters. His infectious enthusiasm enables…
Jack
Data Protection Officer
Jack is a passionate data protection professional who constantly strives to effect positive change within each organisation he represents, driving compliance forward and inspiring a data protection culture. He is an extremely strong communicator…
Jennifer
Data Protection Support Officer
Jennifer is a self-motivated individual with several years’ experience in data protection working in law firms as well as the public sector, making her an asset to our DPSO team. Jennifer is educated to degree level and possesses exceptional organisational skills…
Joan
Data Protection Support Officer
Joan is an enthusiastic and highly organised data protection professional with several years of experience working with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). With a strong background in Finance, Joan possesses valuable knowledge of…
Joshua
Data Protection Support Officer
Joshua is a motivated and adaptable data protection professional with a background in customer service and privacy operations. Drawing on experience as a Trustee at Citizens Advice, he brings strong communication, analytical, and project…
Julian
Data Protection Officer
Julian is a skilled Data Protection Officer with a degree in Business Information Technology with Law. He has a decade of specialist Information Governance and Information Security experience in both the public and private sector. His adaptable, balanced approach is an…
Katie
Data Protection Officer
Katie is an experienced data protection professional with a background working in the Education sector. Having acted as the Data Protection Officer for 120 schools prior to joining The DPO Centre, Katie has valuable practical experience…
Katrina
Chief Transformation Officer
Katrina is a highly skilled Data Protection Officer (DPO) with advanced IAPP qualifications (FIP, CIPM, and CIPP/E) and expertise in Information Technology and privacy programme development. She specialises in building robust privacy…
Kat
Data Protection Officer
Kat is a highly organised data protection professional with a passion for conducting audit assessments to ensure compliance within business operations. She excels in managing end-to-end projects, leveraging her strong…
Lawrence
Data Protection Officer
Life Sciences Sector Lead
Lawrence is an accomplished Data Protection Officer and a Fellow of Information Privacy, with extensive experience across Life Sciences organisations, clinical trials, and information governance…
Liz
Data Protection Officer
Liz is a highly motivated Data Protection Officer (DPO) with an Advanced GDPR Practitioner qualification and CIPP/E accreditation. She has extensive experience in data protection and information governance across the Healthcare and Public…
Matt
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Matt has an honours degree in law (LLB) and is a certified EU GDPR Data Protection Practitioner. Before becoming a Data Protection Officer, he had a successful career spanning 16 years in local government. Matt also holds a post-graduate diploma in Trading Standards…
Matt
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Matt is a certified Data Protection Officer known for his excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail. He brings extensive expertise as a DPO, consultant, auditor, and trainer for multinational organisations. From start-ups to FTSE 100 companies…
Maxwell
Data Protection Manager
Maxwell is an accomplished corporate solicitor with experience advising multinational clients on regulatory and data protection matters. With a Master’s degree in Corporate Law, CIPP/E, and CIPM qualifications, he leverages his skills to…
Michael
Data Protection Officer
Michael is a highly qualified Data Protection Officer, holding the AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, and CIPM certifications, alongside a Master’s in Law. With over a decade of experience in legal advice, AI compliance, and global data protection, he specialises in developing…
Michael
Data Protection Officer
Michael is a certified Data Protection Practitioner who brings a depth of experience to the DPO Centre. This includes his multifaceted experience in the trade union sector and his performance as data protection officer for a range of international…
Mubarik
Data Protection Officer
Mubarik is a versatile data protection professional with experience across consultancy, technology, and customer success roles. Holding CIPP/E and CIPM certifications, he helps organisations build privacy-first frameworks that meet global…
Nicola
Data Protection Officer
With nearly 20 years’ experience, Nicola is a highly knowledgeable Data Protection Officer. Nicola is skilled in undertaking complex analysis and risk assessments, and bringing a calm, methodical and engaging approach. She has strong interpersonal…
Nish
Data Protection Officer
Nish is a certified GDPR practitioner who brings broad experience to the role, ranging from Corporate IT, running his own SMEs, to Public Sector work. His Corporate IT roles include project management, business analysis and training…
Obaid
Data Protection Officer
Obaid is a data protection and information governance specialist with over 8 years’ experience in the field. He has worked across the Public, Education, and Property sectors, where he has guided organisations toward stronger regulatory compliance and elevated…
Pascal
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Pascal is an experienced data protection officer with extensive knowledge of GDPR compliance, especially within the financial sector. He has worked as a Data Protection Officer, corporate lawyer and privacy team leader for financial services organisations…
Paul
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Paul has extensive experience managing compliance, risk and data protection projects in fast paced B2C environments. He possesses exceptional interpersonal skills and advanced communication abilities, enabling him to connect with, and direct cross-functional teams…
Paul
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Paul has a Master’s Degree in Law with Distinction and having worked in data protection compliance for over 5 years, he has a wealth of experience gained from working within a variety of organisations, particularly specialising in the Retail and Ecommerce Sectors…
Paul
Data Protection Officer
Service Quality Lead
Paul has a legal background including a Master’s degree (LL.M) in Information Rights Law and Practice. Alongside this he also holds BCS certificates specialising in Data Protection, Information Security and The Freedom of Information Act. He is an experienced Data Protection…
Peter
Data Protection Officer
Peter is an experienced data protection specialist with a background in the financial services and manufacturing sectors. With a highly organised approach, Peter has previously been the lead point of contact and decision maker for all data protection and GDPR…
Pippa
Data Protection Officer
Pippa is a CIPM and CIPP/E certified Data Protection Officer with a first class degree in law (LL.B) and a Master’s degree in law and social justice (LL.M). She is a fantastic communicator and has experience working with organisations in a range of sectors…
Richard
Data Protection Support Officer
Richard is an experienced Data Protection Support Officer with a strong background in the public sector. Having worked for both private and public sector organisations, Richard has gained in-depth knowledge of handling DSARs and Freedom of Information requests (FOIs)…
Rik
Data Protection Officer
Pod Leader
Rik is a highly qualified data protection professional, acquiring the CIPP/e qualification as well as being a Fellow of Information Privacy. With extensive experience working in the medical and healthcare sectors, Rik is a passionate advocate…
Roberta
Data Protection Officer
Roberta is an accomplished legal professional and registered foreign lawyer (RFL) with extensive experience in multi-jurisdictional data protection. Known for her practical and thorough approach, she supports global organisations in navigating complex privacy regulations…
Selvi
Data Protection Manager
Selvi is a multilingual data protection professional with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Edinburgh. Having
worked across various industry sectors, including Law, Healthcare, and Logistics, she has experience in drafting contracts that comply with local laws…
Shane
Data Protection Officer
Tech & Security Sector Lead
Shane is a certified GDPR Practitioner with experience in developing, implementing, and auditing data protection frameworks and programmes. With a background in Financial Services Shane brings with him a wealth of sector specific knowledge…
Tracey
Data Privacy Officer
Tracey is a highly skilled Data Privacy Officer (DPO), holding certifications in CIPM and CIPP/E. With a strong background in the Healthcare sector, Tracey develops and implements comprehensive privacy frameworks that deliver compliance privacy frameworks that…
Commercial
Charles
Senior Commercial Executive
Charles is a knowledge-driven sales professional with an Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) certification. His impressive sales background covers over a decade’s experience across various sectors, including Finance and Technology.
Evan
Head of Business Development - Canada
Evan is a Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada (CIPP/C) with over 10 years’ experience in business development. He excels at fostering strong client relationships and translating privacy issues into actionable, results-driven solutions.
Lisa
Head of Commercial
Lisa is an enthusiastic and driven sales professional with over 25 years’ experience in business development and performance management. She excels at bolstering client relationships across a broad range of sectors, such as Finance, Tech, and FMCG.
Luz
Partnerships Account Manager
Luz is a talented trilingual professional, fluent in English, French, and Spanish. She achieved a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management and holds over 10 years’ experience in customer service, client relationship management, and finance roles.
Olivia
Commercial Assistant
Olivia is a driven and commercially astute team player with a strong background in sales and administrative support. Her previous experience enables her to provide essential assistance to the Commercial Team, helping operations run smoothly.
Owen
UK Commercial Manager
Owen is an accomplished sales professional with more than 12 years’ experience in commercial management. He has a proven track record of delivering revenue growth, developing comprehensive sales strategies, and fostering client relationships.
Tom
Head of Global Strategic Partnerships
Tom is an experienced attorney specialising in business and privacy law. With over 20 years in business strategy and management advice, he has worked across the Finance, Tech, and Life Sciences sectors. He is fluent in English, Dutch, and French.
Vincenzo
Head of Business Development - Italy
Vincenzo is a native Italian speaker, CIPP/E-certified Data Protection Officer (DPO), and corporate lawyer. With expertise across in data protection, AI, law, and business, he delivers solutions that align privacy compliance with strategic goals.
Finance
Caroline
Accounts Assistant
Caroline is a detail-oriented finance professional and fully qualified AAT bookkeeper. With experience working in fast-paced businesses, she prides herself on accuracy, efficiency, and delivering consistent, high-quality financial support.
Lucy
Finance Officer
Lucy is a fully AAT-qualified accountant and part-qualified chartered accountant with extensive finance experience. She has an excellent grasp of accounting functions and plays a key role in supporting accurate and efficient financial operations.
Simon
Chief Financial Officer
Simon is a Fellow Chartered Accountant with 30 years’ experience supporting business launch, scale-up, and transformation projects. He has held finance director roles across diverse organisations, shaping financial strategy and operational delivery.
Victoria
Accounts Assistant
Victoria is a skilled finance professional with experience in business development, financial management, and investment. She supports financial efficiency through day-to-day operations and the development of streamlined, effective solutions.
HR
Gemma
HR Operations Advisor
Gemma is an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and reliable HR professional with a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 5 qualification. She is an outstanding team player whose positive attitude shines throughout her work.
Lucy
Recruitment Coordinator
Lucy is an experienced recruitment professional with expertise throughout the hiring process. She has a desire to provide the best candidate experience and enjoys working with all stakeholders to match hiring needs with candidate expectations.
Sandra
Head of HR
A former journalist, Sandra has over 15 years’ experience in HR, delivering business transformation in large firms. A CIPD Chartered Fellow and Mental Health First Aider, she is a native French speaker with a Diploma in Communication Studies.
Sophie
Senior HR Advisor
Sophie is a committed HR specialist with an MCIPD qualification and over 20 years’ experience in the field. She is highly skilled in dealing with all aspects of employee relations, including talent management, resourcing, and policies and procedures.
Learning and Development
Evan
Digital Learning Manager
Evan is a digitally focused Learning and Development professional with a Masters in Online Teaching. With over 15 years’ experience, he specialises in building digitally enabled L&D capability and supporting the development of high-performing teams.
Jasmin
Learning & Development Specialist
Jasmine is a Learning & Development Specialist with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Masters in International Humanitarian Law. She combines legal insight with digital learning expertise to design engaging, data-informed training solutions.
Marketing
Charlotte
Senior Graphic Designer
Charlotte is a highly skilled graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets for multiple industries, both freelance and in-house. Her versatility ensures brand consistency and high-quality output across a wide range of media.
Damiano
Marketing Operations Manager
Damiano is a skilled marketing professional with a Master’s degree in Marketing and fluency in Italian and English. He has experience managing CRM systems, optimising strategies, and delivering campaigns that boost brand visibility and engagement.
Joel
Digital Marketing Executive
Joel is a digital marketing specialist with proven experience in content creation, social media, and campaign strategy. He brings an innovative approach to engaging audiences across organic and paid channels, supporting strong digital reach.
Karen
Content Manager
Karen is a skilled content creator with a Master’s degree in Creative Writing. With 20+ years’ experience, she combines creative flair with strategic insight to produce compelling content that supports brand growth and enhances audience engagement.
Shannon
Copywriter
Shannon is an accomplished writer and graduate from the British College of Journalism, with a degree in English Language and Linguistics. Her cross-platform skills and background in journalism enable her to craft engaging copy with concise messaging.
Project Management
Amber
Project Administrator
Amber is an enthusiastic and driven professional who helps ensure smooth workflows across the team. With a background in administration, she is highly efficient, has a keen eye for detail, and is committed to continuously developing her skills.
Amy
Project Associate
Amy is a dependable and organised individual who plays a key role in the team by managing and prioritising a variety of tasks. With a proactive nature and keen eye for detail, Amy delivers high-quality project documentation to strict deadlines.
Francesca
Project Associate
Francesca is an experienced Project Associate who applies an efficient and effective mindset to delivering client projects. She possesses deep knowledge of the legal industry, having worked at ‘Magic Circle’ law firms and the Queen’s Solicitors.
Fred
Project Administrator
Fred is a creative problem-solver with an Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner qualification. His quick-thinking approach, clear communication, and meticulous organisation support the efficient delivery of client objectives.
Michael
'Pod' Project Manager
Michael is a PRINCE2-certified Project Manager with vast experience in sales and B2B account management and a background in renewable energy and advertising. He runs projects with efficiency and precision, ensuring clients are supported throughout.
Thomas
'Pod' Project Manager
Thomas is an experienced, talented, and dedicated Team Leader, holding an APM Project Management Qualification. Throughout his career, Thomas has worked with large organisations to successfully deliver, implement, and manage numerous projects.
Operations Team
Arn
General Manager - United Kingdom
Arn is an experienced operations professional with over 18 years’ experience in business management. Bilingual in English and Afrikaans, he brings strong stakeholder and team leadership skills that support strategic growth and operational excellence.
Ben
Chief Operating Officer
Ben is a Fellow of Information Privacy with advanced data protection expertise. He uses his legal background and broad DPO experience to drive operational excellence and strategic growth, whilst contributing to our expanding privacy knowledge base.
Kaye
Head of Office Operations
Kaye holds a Master’s degree with distinction and a First Class BA (Hons) in History. An experienced account and commercial manager, she has a background in legal advice, specialising in debt and consumer law, general law, tax, and probate.
Lenitha
CEO
Lenitha has been instrumental to the company’s growth and development since its early days. A certified GDPR practitioner with a degree in Business Management, she is a graduate of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and is fluent in Afrikaans and English.
Rachel
Executive Assistant and Project Associate
Rachel is a highly motivated, passionate, and organised professional with a wealth of experience in business administration. She is an adaptable team player and a fast learner who prides herself on enhancing accuracy, teamwork, and project delivery.
Rob
Chief Revenue Officer
As the founder and Chief Revenue Officer of The DPO Centre, Rob drives innovation and transformation in data protection. With over 35 years’ business experience, he inspires and guides teams that support some of the world’s most respected companies.
Samuel
Office Administration Apprentice
Samuel is a motivated apprentice with three years’ retail experience and a solid foundation in administration His background in customer service, reporting, and stock control brings a structured approach to tasks, with focused attention to detail.