If your organisation needs a Data Protection Officer (DPO), but your staff don’t have the capacity or experience to fulfil the role, an outsourced DPO can be a cost-effective solution. Clark & Company offer a dedicated DPO service, providing independent, specialist advice and ensuring you can meet any statutory legal requirements.
Our outsourced DPO service supports your business activities and acts as a contact point for data subjects and supervisory authorities. We will work with your staff to provide ongoing support and advice on all data protection matters. At the start of each engagement we carry out a comprehensive gap analysis to ensure your data protection controls are fit for purpose and proportionate for the type of processing you do.
Collaborate to develop a bespoke cybersecurity strategy that aligns with your institutional priorities and goals. We focus on identifying and mitigating the biggest risks while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Inform and advise you and your employees in regard to your organisation’s obligations to comply with the UK GDPR and other data protection legislation in regard to processing personal and sensitive data.
Monitor compliance with the UK GDPR and other data protection legislation against industry frameworks.
Review and update policies and provide you with improvement recommendations.
Audits of internal processes and current privacy controls.
Carry out staff training, for general and role specific privacy risks.
Support data protection impact assessments.
To be the first point of contact and cooperate with the supervisory authority.
Advise on operational measures for UK GDPR compliance.
Advise on records of processing activities (ROPA’s), data flows, asset register and risk registers.
Give advice on processing of on information rights requests and complaints.
Give advice on records Management, storage, retrieval, retention and destruction of data.
Support data incidents and breach notification management.
Our DPO service is an annual subscription billed monthly. The price you pay depends on the size of your organisation and the level of support you require. Discounts are available for organisations that use other Clark & Company Services. We also offer discounts for charities focused on protecting the vulnerable, tackling social injustice, and helping survivors of domestic abuse.
If your Data Protection team is overworked or has a problem that requires specialist advice, we provide an ad hoc consultancy service that is available on demand via telephone, email or virtual meeting.
Managing backlogs for information rights requests
Carrying out processor due diligence
Data Protection Impact Assessment review
Documentation review and policy development
Data Breach management advice
Data protection audits
We charge a flat fee of £100 +VAT per hour you can purchase one hour of consultancy by clicking here or, if you would like to book a block of hours, you can contact us
If you are a new DPO in post and need support to build your confidence and develop your skills in post, we offer a Data Protection Officer Mentoring service designed to support and guide Data Protection Officers working in the education sector.
The service provides one-to-one support and guidance to Data Protection Officers, helping them to navigate the complexities of data protection law and ensure their organisation is on the right track to improving compliance over time. We have a deep understanding of the education sector and the unique challenges it faces in regard to data protection.
Regular one-to-one meetings
Guidance on UK-GDPR compliance and best practices for specific aspects including international recruitment, direct marketing student records management, Widening Participation and HR matters.
Support with developing and implementing data protection policies and procedures
Advice on handling data breaches and responding to information rights requests
Ongoing support and advice on all data protection matters including international transfers, DPIAs and Rights requests
Our mentoring service is flexible and can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your institution. Whether you are a new Data Protection Officer or an experienced professional looking for additional support, our mentoring service can help you to improve your knowledge and skills, and ensure your organisation is compliant with data protection law.
Our mentoring service is an annual subscription billed monthly. The price you pay depends on the size of your organisation and the level of support you require. Discounts are available for organisations that use other Clark & Company Services.
If you would like to discuss your needs and how we can help, please feel free to reach out on the contact details below:
Schedule a chat: calendly.com/ccinfogov/30min
Email: [email protected]