Our Higher Education client based in the South West is searching for a Locum Information Governance Officer to join their growing team. They are seeking an experienced individual to come on a contract basis with an ASAP start, for an initial minimum term with the possibility of extension. This is a fully remote opportunity, with all necessary IT equipment shipped directly to the successful candidate.
Key Responsibilities
· Managing and responding to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests in line with statutory deadlines
· Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) and ensuring compliance with data protection legislation
· Supporting the completion and review of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) across university departments
· Providing advice and guidance on information governance, data protection, and records management matters
· Supporting wider information governance project work as required across the institution
Required Experience
· Previous experience working within an Information Governance or Data Protection focused role
· Strong working knowledge of FOI legislation, SAR handling, UK GDPR, and wider data protection frameworks
· Availability to start ASAP
Desirable (optional)
· Previous experience working within the Higher Education / University sector
· Experience supporting or leading information governance project work
· Knowledge of governance challenges specific to large, complex public sector organisations
If this opportunity is of interest, please apply below.