Information Governance Officer

5 days ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

We are proud to be partnering with a University in the South West, who are looking to appoint an Information Governance Officer on a permanent basis.


This will be a full-time position based in the South West, with hybrid working (4 days home working) and a salary of £37,000 to £41,000 per annum.


The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of GDPR and FOI, and experience in responding to information requests.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Acting as the University’s main point of contact for external and internal enquiries regarding Freedom of Information
  • Monitoring and managing data requests made under the DPA and information requests under the FOIA/EIR, liaising as required with colleagues throughout the University and drafting responses within statutory deadlines
  • Providing advice, support, and guidance to staff at all levels on matters relating records management and information compliance
  • Providing support to the Information Compliance Manager and the Legal Team across their areas of responsibility, including supporting on projects, and undertaking research on legal/compliance issues
  • Developing and delivering training materials for staff with Records Management responsibilities
  • Supporting the team in handling actual or alleged breaches of data protection policy and implementing remedial action where required


Experience required:

  • Strong understanding of the GDPR and Freedom of Information legal framework including records management
  • Experience of managing and responding to information requests, including FOI requests and/or SARs


Rewards and Benefits:

  • Hybrid Working – Office attendance 1x a week
  • LGPS Pension – Employer contribution of 17.5%
  • 30-day Annual Leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays & 3 Closure Days


Working hours:

  • 37 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


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