Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer; DPO

Position: Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer (DPO)

£50,938 per annum - Grade 9

Leeds / Hybrid Full time / Permanent

Closing date – 18 March at 23:55

Please note that the Combined Authority will consider requests for part-time working and/or job share. The Combined Authority is seeking an experienced Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer to join our Legal and Governance team. In this key role, you will support our Information Governance function, manage a small team, and ensure we meet all statutory responsibilities under the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.

As Information Governance Manager, you will drive a range of strategic projects, provide expert guidance to senior leaders, and help shape a strong, compliant information culture across the organisation.

Our Offer

· Work your way – From flexible and agile working options, including a generous flexi-time scheme to help you balance your personal life and career.

· Time to recharge – Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (with increases based on length of service), plus all Bank Holidays.

· Free greener travel across West Yorkshire – Cover your commute sustainably with unlimited free bus and rail travel using the MCard (Zones 1–5).

· Secure your future – Benefit from a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.

· Investing in you – Take advantage of fully funded professional development, regular training, and up to 3 paid volunteering days per year.

· Grow with us – Incremental salary progression for most roles and annual cost of living increases.

· Family first – We offer enhanced parental and bereavement leave, plus other family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most.

· Your wellbeing, our priority – Access 24/7 free confidential counselling services and the Headspace app for you and up to 5 family or friends.

· Modern workspace in a prime location – Work in bright, contemporary offices just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station, fully equipped with the latest tech.

The Role

Reporting into the Service Lead (Governance, Compliance & Risk), your key responsibilities will include:

· Taking the strategic lead on all matters of Information Governance, including Data Protection, Freedom of Information & Records Management

· Effectively leading and managing the Information Governance team in delivering an efficient and effective Information Governance Service.

· Undertaking the statutory role of the Data Protection Officer and acting autonomously and independently to carry out statutory duties.

Please review the Role Profile for more information about the responsibilities.

About You

You will have the following key skills, attributes, education, and experience:

· Experience of providing expert advice on all matters relating to DPA (Data Protection Act), Freedom of Information requests (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), information security and

records management.

· Accustomed to identifying and applying relevant exemptions and ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.

· Previous experience overseeing the investigation and resolution of data breaches and regulatory enquiries.

· Demonstrable ability to communicate confidently with senior colleagues, including the Chief Executive.

To Apply

If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form on our website and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements within the Role Profile. Please visit our Advice for Candidates webpage and review the guidance on this page for support in completing your application form.

Further Information

The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity,…