Information Governance Officer

Staffordshire County Council seeks an experienced information governance professional to join the Information Governance Team and support the Council during a period of significant change.

• Support and advise service areas with data protection and cybersecurity compliance.
• Provide training and awareness across the organisation.
• Draft and review data sharing and data processor agreements.
• Manage information security breaches.
• Support a network of Information Asset Owners and maintain the Information Asset Register.
• Identify, report and manage information risks.
• Champion a culture of good data protection and cybersecurity practices.
• Proactively keep up to date with changes in law, codes of practice and guidance.

We are looking for an individual with a Law degree and/or an Information Management qualification (data protection, cybersecurity, records management). The role requires an organised, enthusiastic professional who is confident providing expert advice, developing policy and articulating themselves clearly both verbally and in writing.

Shortlisting takes place on the week commencing 19 January 2026. Interviews will be held on the week commencing 26 January 2026.

Hannah Holdcroft, Information Governance Operational Lead – hannah.ho

We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.