Service Care Legal are currently recruiting an experienced Legal Officer / Information Governance Officer to join an Essex-based local authority on a contract basis.
ROLE
Information Governance Officer (Legal)
LOCATION
Essex / Hybrid
RATE
£35.00ph Umbrella / £30.77ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £237.46ph PAYE exc. holiday pay
CONTRACT
3 months with possibility of extension, 36.25 hours per week
Please note that this role would require office attendance 3 days per week.
Key responsibilities
- Managing complex Subject Access Requests (SARs), FOI and EIR requests, ensuring statutory deadlines are met.
- Reviewing documentation, assessing exemptions and carrying out redactions.
- Providing advice and guidance to colleagues on data protection and information governance matters.
- Supporting data breach investigations, complaints and compliance monitoring.
- Assisting with policies, procedures, audits, privacy notices and staff training.
Requirements
- Strong practical knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR and FOI legislation.
- Experience managing SARs, FOI requests and sensitive personal information.
- Previous local authority or relevant public/private sector information governance experience.
- Excellent written communication, organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
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Information Governance Officer (Legal) in Chelmsford employer: Service Care Solutions
As a leading non-maintained special school in Billingshurst, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the holistic development of our students and staff. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous development opportunities, while our comprehensive benefits package, including mental health support and flexible pay options, ensures the wellbeing of our team. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs, all within a vibrant and innovative environment.
