Outsourced Data Protection & DPO Services
We provide experienced and qualified, senior-level data protection consultancy and outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) services to UK organisations that want clarity, confidence, and proper decision-making support.
Your DPO support is led by a senior practitioner who holds the Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection (GDPR) and has acted as a statutory Data Protection Officer in a complex, regulated environment.
We work with SMEs, charities, education providers, housing associations and regulated bodies across the UK, providing calm, proportionate, and defensible support under the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA), PECR and related legislation.
Outsourced Data Protection Officer
We serve as your external or virtual DPO, providing independent oversight, advice, and accountability without the expense of an in-house role.
- Statutory DPO services or voluntary appointments
- Independent advice to senior management
- ICO liaison and regulatory correspondence
- Ongoing compliance oversight and risk monitoring
GDPR Audits & Gap Analysis
Gain true clarity on your position and what truly matters, without unnecessary complexity or fear-based advice.
- GDPR and Data Protection Act audits
- Risk-based gap analysis
- Clear, prioritised remediation plans
- Evidence-based defensibility if questioned by regulators
Data Subject Rights & SAR Support
Subject Access Requests are rarely purely administrative; they represent a significant risk area that can escalate rapidly.
- SAR/ DSAR handling and advice
- Redaction and disclosure decisions
- Complaint and challenge support
- Deadlines, exemptions and proportionality
Data Breach & ICO Response Support
When something goes wrong, you need measured judgement, not panic.
- Breach assessment and containment suport
- ICO notification advice and drafting
- Decision-making around reporting thresholds
- Post-incident learning without blame or overreaction
DPIAs, Risk Assessments & Accountability
We support lawful, defensible decisions.
- DPIAs and risk assessments
- Legitimate Interests Assessments (LIAs)
- New systems, suppliers, projects and changes
- Senior sign-off and accountability frameworks
Policies, Documentation & Training
Documentation should support staff, not confuse them.
- Privacy notices and policies
- Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
- Retention schedules and data sharing agreements
- Practical GDPR training and briefings
A Different Kind of Outsourced DPO
Many organisations now look for an outsourced DPO, but not all outsourced models are the same. We are not a call-centre, ticketing system, or rotating “named DPO” arrangement.
You will work with a consistent senior advisor who understands:
- Your organisation
- Your risk profile
- Your sector pressures
- Your leadership responsibilities
Data Protection as a Governance and Risk Issue
Most data protection failures are not caused by missing templates. They happen because:
- Risk were misunderstood or underestimated
- Decisions were not clearly owned
- Proportional judgement was not applied
- Senior leaders were not properly advised
We approach data protection as:
- A governance responsibility
- A risk management principle
- A leadership issue
That perspective runs through everything we do.
Who We Work With
We typically support organisations that:
- Do not have in-house data protection expertise
- Want credible, senior advice they can trust
- Need reassurance, not alarmism
- Are accountable to boards, trustees or regulators
Our clients value clarity, calm advice, and defensible decision-making.
Why Organisations Choose Durrant Riley Advisory
Clients frequently reach out to us after going through situations like this:
- Over-engineered compliance advice
- Generic outsourced DPO arrangement
- Conflicting or overly cautious guidance
- A lack of support when issues arise
They stay with us because we deliver:
- Senior, experience-based judgement
- Clear advice leaders can understand
- Proportionate defensible solutions
- Support when it actually matters
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we legally need a Data Protection Officer?
Some organisations must appoint a DPO. Others choose to do so voluntarily for ethical or reputational reasons. We will tell you plainly which applies, without overselling.
How is this different to other GDPR consultancies?
Many providers focus on templates, volume or platforms. We focus on judgement, governance and risk ownership, especially where decisions are not clear-cut.
What does an outsourced DPO cost?
Fees depend on your size, complexity and risk profile. We agree scope and costs transparently, in advance. No surprise invoices.
Can you support us during a live issue?
Yes. Many organisations contact us during breaches, complaints or regulatory queries. We provide calm, structured, senior-level support.
Secure Your Data Protection Journey Today
If you want senior, proportionate data protection support, grounded in governance and real-world experience, we’re happy to talk.
No sales scripts. No pressure. Just a sensible conversation about what you need.