Information Governance Officer

Join Our Team as a Temporary Information Governance Officer!

Are you passionate about information governance and eager to make a difference? Our client, a dynamic local authority, is looking for a dedicated Temporary Information Governance Officer to join their team! This is an exciting opportunity to support the effective delivery of the Council's Information Governance framework while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.

• Contract Type:
  Temporary
• Hourly Rate: £18.85
• Working Pattern:
  Full Time
• Location:
  
  Civic Centre Wolverhampton (Flexible Working but must be willing to travel to Wolverhampton for initial training and when required for meetings)
• Number of Positions Available: 1

• Serve as the go-to person for staff queries related to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act.
• Manage data protection casework, offering guidance on Subject Access Requests (SARs) and identifying risks.

• Address staff queries on FOI and EIR requests, assisting with complex cases.
• Conduct internal reviews and ensure compliance within statutory time frames.

• Help draft and maintain Information Sharing Agreements and Data Processing Agreements.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure lawful data sharing practices.

• Support the management of information security incidents and data breaches.
• Conduct root cause analyses and assist in implementing prevention strategies.

• Aid in the completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and ensure proper tracking.

• Contribute to the review and update of IG policies and training materials.
• Promote good IG practices throughout the organisation.

• Provide advice on records management and assist in maintaining IG registers.
• Support internal audits and reporting to senior management.

• Extensive knowledge of the Information Governance Framework, including the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
• Experience in handling IG casework within a public sector or regulated environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with a knack for explaining complex issues clearly.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Experience in a local authority setting.
• Knowledge of public sector information security standards.
• Relevant IG training or certifications (e.g., ISEB/CIPP/E).

This is a fantastic chance to work in a supportive environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the community. You will be part of a motivated team, ensuring best practices in information governance while developing your own skills.

If you are enthusiastic about information governance and meet the qualifications, we want to hear from you! Apply now to embark on this rewarding journey with our client!

Final date to receive applications:
Friday 23rd Jan 2026

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