Data Protection and Information Governance Apprentice

Manchester Airport plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An airport operator in the UK is offering a Data Protection and Information Governance Apprenticeship in Manchester. This fixed-term role will support compliance with data protection regulations and involves practical training towards a Level 4 qualification. Successful candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills, and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths. The apprenticeship could lead to permanent employment, providing great benefits including free parking and subsidised transport.

Benefits

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Company discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Live in England and have the right to work in the UK.
• Able to travel to Manchester Airport regularly.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of Data Protection and Privacy Strategy.
• Oversee coordination of individual information requests.
• Advise on breach related incident management.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong attention to detail

Aptitude for learning new systems

Confident communication

Strong time-management skills

Resilience and adaptability

Proactive attitude

Education

5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 (including English & Maths)

Job description

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Data Protection and Information Governance Apprentice

• MAG Technology / Cyber Security / Data Protection
• Fixed Term Contract leading to a permanent role, subject to meeting academic and professional standards
• Competitive salary with annual increases throughout the apprenticeship

Why MAG?

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.

We recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to creating environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts

The role

This position is a fixed term apprenticeship leading to a Data Protection & Information Governance Practitioner Level 4 qualification. On-the-job practical training will be provided alongside a comprehensive training plan that, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, could lead to a permanent role within the Data Protection function.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the execution of MAG’s Data Protection and Privacy Strategy. The Data Protection and Information Governance Apprentice will be responsible for assisting the organisation in its compliance with information governance and data protection best practice and associated laws and regulations.

During the programme, you will:

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day coordination of individual information requests.
• Advise and support business areas on breach related incident management.
• Manage the DPO inbox and triage/escalate to the Data Protection Manager and/or Data Protection Officer as necessary, taking responsibility for the day-to-day operation of enquiries and transactional requests.
• Demonstrate excellent and effective communication skills with all stakeholders within MAG and externally.
• Assist in the maintenance and administration of the organisation’s information and governance framework such as:
• Record of Processing Activity (ROPA)
• Reviewing Standards and Process Documents
• Support with data breach investigations
• Support with Privacy Notice requirements
• Accountability Framework

This role will require the successful candidate to work on their own and in a range of team settings

What will make you successful in the role?

Successful candidates will possess:

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
• Aptitude for learning new systems and processes
• Confident, clear communication, enabling collaboration with teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to adapt quickly and resolve challenges effectively.
• Strong time‑management skills, prioritising work to meet competing deadlines.
• Resilience and adaptability, staying calm and effective when priorities shift.
• A proactive attitude, anticipating needs, spotting improvements, and taking initiative.
• 5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 (ideally including English & Maths)
• Live in England and have the right to work in the UK (Government funding requirement)
• Able to travel to Manchester Airport regularly

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.