Summary: The role of Information Governance Manager/Data Protection Officer involves overseeing corporate information governance arrangements and managing a team. The position requires drafting policies related to data protection and working closely with elected members and senior managers. A strong understanding of UK information legislation is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing corporate information governance arrangements
• Overseeing the processing and responding to formal complaints
• Managing and leading a team
• Drafting policies related to information/data protection/processing and information governance
• Working with elected members and senior managers
• Using spreadsheets and databases
• Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of information legislation (UK GDPR, Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, Environmental Information Regulations)
• Understanding procedures and legislation relating to district council services
• Applying legislation and guidance related to information and data processing and management
• Following Ombudsman codes and guidance related to complaint management and remedies

Key Skills:

• Degree or equivalent qualification/experience
• Certified Data Protection Practitioner
• Experience in overseeing corporate information governance
• Knowledge of UK information legislation
• Ability to draft policies related to data protection
• Experience in managing and leading a team
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets and databases
• Understanding of complaint management and remedies

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Exeter

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other