Information Governance and Risk Manager

Job Details

Job Reference: HCC
623355

Salary Range: £56,285 - £63,080 per annum

Work Location:

Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type:
Permanent

Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Interview Date: w/c 9 March 2026

Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

As a forward thinking Information Governance and Risk Manager
, you'll lead a multidisciplinary service ensuring statutory compliance and strong risk and business continuity oversight across Adults' Health & Care and Children's Services.

You’ll manage teams covering Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Data Protection, Information Governance, Records Management and Risk/Business Continuity, while playing a key role in the extended senior management team. You'll work closely with Directorate Management Teams and the corporate centre, providing vital support as the directorates navigate Local Government Reorganisation.

• Lead on Information Governance compliance - Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIAs), data sharing, data incident investigation, SARs, FOIs, records management, DSP Toolkit and related statutory returns.
• Have oversight of Directorate-wide Risk and Business Continuity including relevant corporate risks, service risk assurance, 90+ Business Continuity Plans and scenario testing using the Meridian business continuity system.
• Drive data quality and governance improvements in social care record systems, working closely with stakeholders and corporate groups.

• A collaborative leader with management experience in Information Governance, within public sector or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks including GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI Act and Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) requirements.
• A solid understanding of risk management, assurance processes and business continuity.
• Awareness of key health and social care legislation.
• Understanding of how legal duties shape data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding, ensuring compliant and effective service delivery.
• A pragmatic problem solver with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work constructively across a wide range of services and professional groups.

• Be part of an innovative Shared Services function with strategic influence across two high-profile directorates.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, professional development, and innovative thinking.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note:

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include:
Information Governance Manager, Information Governance Lead, Data Governance Manager, Risk and Compliance Manager, Governance Risk and Compliance Manager, Information Security and Governance Manager, Records and Information Governance Manager.

You may be required to visit other locations within Hampshire, and therefore need to have the ability to travel, as necessary.

Information Governance and Risk Manager Candidate Pack

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

For general enquiries, please contact

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Phil Bowden, Head of AHC & CSD Shared Services on

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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