Job description
Job title: Graduate level position, leading to proficiency in Data Protection and Information (including AI) Governance
Name of Company: Data Protection Training and Auditing Services
Location: Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan
Essential requirements:
This post is for Monday to Friday, In-office in Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan. Hybrid working may be considered after a 6-month probationary period. Please address how you are going to meet these requirements in your cover letter. Candidates that fail to address these requirements will not be considered for this position.
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Full Job Description
Our company provides Data Protection compliance and support services with: Integrity; Professionalism; and Expert Knowledge, to a range of Governmental and commercial clients (across Ireland). Due to our continuing growth, Data Protection Training and Auditing Services Ltd. is looking to recruit a Graduate, that through training and experience will become proficient in Data Protection and Information (including AI) Governance. This post is specifically for an individual that has a keen interest in Data Protection and AI Governance and is seeking a graduate entry level position. .
Job type: 2-year Contract, Full-time (Number of hours per week may be negotiable but a presence will be required every day in our office in Castleblayney).
Pay: €31,000 per year rising to €45,000 depending on training qualifications attained and experience gained.
Proposed training for the position:
This position aims to develop individuals into confident data protection and information governance practitioners with the knowledge, skills and competencies. The training is provided over a 2 year period, and includes:
· Certified Data Protection training
· Certified AI modelling training
· Certified Information (AI) Governance training
· Access to a team of Data Protection and IT security experts to support your work
· Access to a library of information tools, presentations and information
Responsibilities (following appropriate training) will include:
* Draft and prepare, in a legal format, data protection related documentation, policies and correspondence.
* Assist with matters relating to the compliance of Data Protection regimes for our clients.
* Liaise with clients, other data protection officers and institutions
* Prepare responses to clients that may arise from specific data protection related queries
* Conduct initial and annual data protection assessments/reviews which includes identifying compliance gaps while developing implementation timelines and program priorities
* Undertake DPIAs, LIAs and other risk assessments
* Develop and maintain required data protection related documentation
Candidate Requirements:
* Have a recognised qualification not less than Level 6 on the National Vocational Qualifications Framework, or recognised equivalent, or a postgraduate degree not less than Level 9 on the National Vocational Qualifications Framework, or recognised equivalent;
* Have a valid work permit or visa
* Have graduated within the last four years
* Capable and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working on his or her own initiative and can deliver to deadlines.
* Excellent communication, customer service, teamworking and relationship-building skills
* Excellent multitasking and organisational skills.
Benefits
* Attractive terms and conditions with opportunity and encouragement for advancement and further training.
* A happy and caring work environment with a great and supportive team.
* Varied, challenging and rewarding workload.
Please send your CV and cover letter to by the 31st of August 2025.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €31,000.00-€45,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Monaghan Road, Castleblayney, CO. Monaghan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 6 on the National Vocational Qualifications Framework (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/08/2025
Reference ID: Job title: Graduate level position, leading to proficiency in Data Protection and Information (including AI) Governance