Information Governance Officer – Data Protection Lead

Role Overview

• Providing high-quality, expert advice on data protection matters to all staff across the Council.
• Assessing data protection risks and reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments.
• Maintaining our Information Asset Register.
• Supporting incident management and contributing to audits, reporting and assurance activities.
• Deliver training, guidance and awareness so staff understand their responsibilities.
• Investigate complaints from members of the public in relation to data protection matters.
• Liaising with the Information Commissioner’s Office where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Council to enable compliant, proportionate and service focussed IG solutions.
• Deputise for Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer as required.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of Data Protection Legislation.
• Ability to interpret, collate, analyse and effectively present information from a variety of sources.
• Skilled at problem resolution involving complex problems in many areas.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including the ability to convey information accurately and clearly to both staff and customers when explaining complicated issues.
• Ability to prioritise and balance a varied workload and deliver outcomes in a timely manner.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Benefits

• Experience of working in a large organisation, dealing with multiple enquiries and tasks simultaneously in a timely manner.
• Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.