Job Title: Information Governance Officer
Location: Twickenham (1 Day a month in office)
- Hourly rate From: £20.31 PAYE
- Hourly rate To: £26.52 Umbrella
- Contract Length: 6 months (possibility of extension)
- Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 36 hours
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations, including GDPR, across the organisation.
- Conduct data protection impact assessments and provide guidance on mitigation strategies.
- Develop, review, and update information governance policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data handling processes are in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Implement appropriate measures to protect personal data, including data breach prevention and response plans.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practises in information governance.
- Provide training and support to staff on data protection and information governance matters.
- Assist with the development and implementation of information management systems.
- Conduct audits to assess compliance with information governance policies and procedures.
- Liaise with external bodies, such as the Information Commissioner's Office, to handle data protection queries and concerns.
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of data protection regulations, particularly GDPR.
- Experience in conducting data protection impact assessments.
- Proficient in developing and implementing information governance policies and procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and sound analytical skills.
- Familiarity with information management systems and tools.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience working in the public sector or local authority is highly desirable.
Skills: Data Protection, GDPR, Impact Assessments
Typical Perks:
- Hybrid working model, allowing you to work both remotely and in the office.
- Remote working options, providing you with flexibility in your work-life balance.
Join our client's team as an Information Governance Officer and play a key role in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations within a public sector organisation. You will have the opportunity to develop and implement information governance policies, conduct data protection impact assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the secure handling of personal data.
Your expertise in data protection, including knowledge of GDPR, will be invaluable as you provide guidance on mitigating risks and developing robust strategies. With your strong communication skills, you will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
This role will require your attention to detail and analytical skills to conduct audits and assess the organisation's compliance with information governance policies. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of information management systems.
Previous experience in the public sector or local authority is highly desirable. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for ensuring data protection, we encourage you to apply!
Apply now to join our client's team and make a meaningful impact in the field of information governance.
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