Developing the next generation of data protection leaders
At The DPO Centre, we don’t just recruit people, we invest in careers.
The DPO Academy is our comprehensive training and development programme, designed to guide talented individuals through a clear, supported progression path. Combining academic learning with practical experience, the training route builds the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed as a data protection professional.
Data Protection Support Officer (DPSO)
DPSO
Specialist in DSAR Response and support services.
- Manage the full lifecycle of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs)
- Assist with schools’ audits and advice line support
- Progress to senior DPSO or step into the DPM pathway
Data Protection Manager (DPM)
DPM
Data protection professional supporting client projects.
- Support audits, DPIAs, RoPAs, and advisory services
- Work alongside DPOs across sectors and client portfolios
- Build sector knowledge and experience for DPO progression
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
DPO
Leader in data protection strategy, governance, and compliance.
- Advise clients and manage complex privacy risks
- Fulfil privacy compliance responsibilities across sectors
- Provide sector expertise and thought leadership
Build sector expertise
We actively nurture sector-specific expertise, opening the door to future roles as Sector Leads and Subject Matter Experts in high-growth, high impact industries. Through the DPO Academy, individuals gain the technical knowledge and commercial awareness needed to succeed in complex and fast-evolving sectors.
Career stories
Meet some of our previous DPO Academy successes:
Amber
Amber has a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Cumbria and is dedicated to safeguarding data as technologies evolve.
The Academy is a rare opportunity to enter the field of data protection at an entry level and receive an incredible amount of support and training.
Astha
Astha has a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology and has been involved in various data science research projects.
The supportive and collaborative culture at this company is genuinely exceptional. The team is consistently helpful and always willing to assist.
Maxwell
Maxwell is an accomplished corporate solicitor with a CIPP/E qualification and a strong passion for data protection.
The unique mix of online learning and real client exposure is truly incomparable. And here’s the kicker – you get paid to learn from a diverse pool of experienced DPOs!
Selvi
Selvi has a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Edinburgh and is driven by solving real-world privacy challenges.
If you’re passionate about data protection and want to get started in the field, this is an amazing opportunity!
Ready to start your journey?
We’re always looking for the next wave of privacy talent.
Explore our Join Us page for current opportunities and take the next step into a career that makes a difference.
If you have any questions about The DPO Academy’s previous opportunities, please email academy@dpocentre.com