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Are you passionate about data protection and want to make a real impact?
Join our client in Wythenshawe as an Information Governance Officer and play a key role in shaping data compliance and privacy practices. This is a great opportunity to work with a team dedicated to building a safe and secure data culture.
You will need to have solid experience working as an Information Governance Officer and a strong understanding of UK GDPR and data protection legislation, along with proven experience within information management.
This is a customer first organisation, and it would be beneficial to have previous experience of working within social housing, however this is not essential.
Possessing certifications in Information Risk Management and/or Data Protection is highly desirable for this role!
This will be a fixed term contract until March 2026, offering an annual salary of 37,654pa (pro rata)
The hours are full time, 35 hours per week, and hybrid working is available.
What will you be doing as an Information Governance Officer?
- Be the go-to person for data protection and information governance queries
- Support the DPO with policy reviews and operational improvements
- Coordinate and advise on Subject Access Requests and other rights-based requests
- Deliver engaging training sessions on data protection and compliance
- Assist with legal documentation like Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy notices
- Review internal data processes to identify areas for improvement
- Promote a positive data culture across teams
We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:
- A Foundation Certificate in Information Risk Management or Data Protection (or working towards it)
- A strong understanding of UK GDPR and data protection legislation
- Experience with Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests
- Previous experience within social housing would be an advantage
- Excellent communication skills, able to educate and engage at all levels
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
- A passion for training and developing others
What will you get in return for your work as an Information Governance Officer?
- Salary is 37,645pa (pro rata)
- Full time, 35 hours per week
- Hybrid working available
- This will be a fixed term contract until March 2026
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Healthcare cash back plan
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development
- Wellbeing support
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