Data Protection Coordinator 

Role Title: Data Protection Coordinator  

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday 

Salary:  £35,215 - £44,018 per annum (salary offered dependent on experience) 

Contract: Permanent 

Location: Hybrid between our Mariner House, Dartford office and home    

Interviews will take place on 5th and 6th May  

At Moat, our people are central to delivering safe, high-quality homes and services that enable our customers to thrive. By supporting, developing and empowering our colleagues, we ensure they can provide the best possible service to the communities we serve. 

We are looking for a Data Protection Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in supporting a strong culture of data protection, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation. 

This is an important role where you will support the Data Protection Lead in ensuring Moat meets its legal and regulatory obligations. You will be responsible for coordinating and administering a wide range of data protection activities, helping to safeguard personal data and uphold the rights of our customers and colleagues. 

As a Data Protection Coordinator, you will act as a first point of contact for data protection queries, manage Subject Access Requests, and support the handling of personal data breaches. You will work collaboratively across teams, ensuring robust processes are followed and that compliance is clearly evidenced. 

You will also contribute to improving how we manage data protection by maintaining key registers, supporting Data Protection Impact Assessments, and helping to embed best practice across the organisation. 

This is a varied and impactful role that requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

What We’re Looking For 

We are looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented individual with a strong understanding of data protection principles and a passion for compliance, service improvement and high‑quality customer outcomes. 

You will be confident working with sensitive information, managing competing priorities, and communicating clearly and empathetically with a wide range of stakeholders, including handling complex or challenging customer cases in a professional and solution‑focused way. 

Essential 

• Knowledge of data protection legislation and data subject rights 

• Experience supporting or administering DSAR processes 

• Experience within the housing sector or a customer-focused environment 

• Strong experience engaging with customers and representatives 

• Experience working in a small team to meet strict deadlines 

• Ability to communicate complex or technical information clearly 

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Word) 

• Experience using customer databases, data protection systems, and SharePoint 

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail 
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally 

To read our full job description, including the entry requirements, please follow this link: data-protection-coordinator-2026.pdf 

About us: 

Moat is a housing association in the South East of England, owning and managing over 20,000 homes across London, Kent, Essex, and Sussex. We're more than just a housing provider; we're a community focused organisation dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of our customers and the neighbourhoods we serve. 

As one of the Homes England delivery partners, we develop around 600 new homes every year. Our team of over 450 passionate professionals are committed to providing high quality, affordable homes, and excellent services to our customers. 

Our values: 

• Own it: We take responsibility for our actions and deliver on our promises. 

• Better together: We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve greater outcomes. 

• Lead by example: We set high standards and inspire others through our commitment to excellence. 

• Be the change: We embrace innovation and proactively address challenges. 

Why join Moat? 

As an experienced professional, you'll have the opportunity to: 

• Make a real impact in our communities. 

• Work with a supportive and passionate team. 

• Enjoy competitive salaries and generous leave. 

• Benefit from numerous personal and professional development opportunities. 

• Work in a hybrid way that allows you to work from our spacious Dartford office (or other regional offices including Maldon, Pollards Hill and Ashford) some days a week while also giving you the flexibility to work from home or another location that suits your needs. 

Our commitment to creating a positive work environment has earned us recognition as one of 'The Sunday Times Best Places to Work' in 2025. 

For more info, check out our employee benefits video here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you (youtube.com) 

How to apply: 

If you're excited about a new challenge and want to help us at Moat, we want to hear from you! Please visit our website to fill out the online application form by 11pm on Sunday 26 April 2026. If we’d like to invite you for an interview, we’ll reach out via email. 

It’s really important that you provide as much detail as possible in your application. We’re keen to understand your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, so please make full use of the spaces provided to tell us about your experience, skills, and what makes you a great fit for our team. 

Join us at Moat and be part of a team that is shaping the future of housing and communities in the South East! 

If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email peopleservices@moat.co.uk