We have a full time, permanent opportunity for an Information Disclosure Manager to manage and lead our Family Court Team within the Legal and Compliance Services Directorate.
The Role
In this key role, you will lead a team of Information and Disclosure Officers and Researchers who undertake research and make decisions in response to requests for information in line with the Disclosure of Information Between Family and Criminal Agencies and Jurisdictions: 2024 Protocol, Data Protection Act 2018 and other legislation.
You will build relationships with other departments across the organisation to ensure that Avon and Somerset Police meets it statutory obligations in relation to the disclosure of information.
You will be dedicated to our Family Court team but will work closely with a supportive group of managers across the wider Legal and Compliance Services Directorate who will be able to provide mentorship and guidance.
This is a busy, fast-paced leadership role managing information and disclosure services, with regular exposure to sensitive and potentially distressing material.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support the team, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
- Make decisions on the disclosure, retention and deletion of information, managing associated risks.
- Provide expert advice, guidance and training to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain policies, procedures and best practice.
- Manage team performance and service delivery.
- Build effective relationships with stakeholders and key partners.
- Produce reports and management information to support decision-making.
- Represent the organisation and promote continuous improvement.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:
- Relevant Data Protection or FOI qualification, or willingness to achieve one within 6 months of appointment.
- Thorough working knowledge of information governance, disclosure or records management legislation and guidance.
- Experience managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a busy environment.
- Ability to provide professional advice and communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- Experience of developing and improving processes.
- Experience of producing reports and management information.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Additional Information
This is a blended role and therefore the opportunity to work from home is available, however the expectation is that you attend Portishead HQ as and when required. Initial training will be office based and following completion of training you will attend the office at least once a week for meetings with colleagues, teams from other departments, Constabularies and agencies.
Due to the nature of this role, the post holder may be exposed to distressing or sensitive material. Appropriate psychological support is provided to ensure the wellbeing of post holders.
Shortlisting is due to commence week commencing 15th November 2026.
Interviews will take place from 25th November 2026, in person at Portishead Headquarters.
This role requires successful Police Management Vetting (MV) clearance in line with the National Vetting Policy.
If you would like further information about the role, please contact TalentPoliceStaff@avonandsomerset.police.uk
To be eligible for this position, you must be able to provide a five-year checkable UK history. In most cases, this means you have been resident in the UK for the last five years.
Information and Disclosure Manager employer: Avon and Somerset Police
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