Information Governance Officer
Posted 1 week ago by Harvey Nash Plc
£216 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Summary: The Information Governance Officer will support the Information Governance & Data Protection Officer and Corporate Governance Manager in managing data protection, records management, and statutory information requests. This role involves advising on compliance with UK GDPR and FOI regulations, contributing to record-keeping policies, and managing information risks. The officer will also act as a key contact for regulators and colleagues, ensuring adherence to data protection standards. The position is a 6-month contract based in Edinburgh, requiring a hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise teams, Board, volunteers, and clerks on IG compliance.
- Respond to FOI and Subject Access Requests; handle information enquiries.
- Assist with incident management, data sharing safeguards, and policy updates.
- Support IG integration in projects, DPIAs, and tech/system due diligence.
- Maintain retention schedules and Information Asset Register.
- Contribute to risk management and compliance audits; prepare reports.
- Deliver IG training and guidance; collaborate with partner organisations.
- Promote team support and continuous improvement; undertake other duties as needed.
Key Skills:
- Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI (Scotland) Act, Public Records (Scotland) Act.
- Understanding of confidentiality and IG security principles.
- Ability to communicate complex information to varied audiences.
- Evidence of CPD and experience in IG roles.
- Skilled in meeting deadlines and handling sensitive data.
- Desirable: project management, IG in digital systems, sector experience, working with staff and volunteers.
Salary (Rate): £216 daily
City: Edinburgh
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Information Governance Officer | 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid Edinburgh (2 days pw) | Start ASAP
Day Rate: £216
About the Role
Support the Information Governance & Data Protection Officer and Corporate Governance Manager with data protection, records management, and statutory information requests. Act as a key contact for regulators and colleagues, monitor compliance with UK GDPR, FOI (Scotland) Act, and advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments. Contribute to record-keeping policies, manage information risks, and deputise as Data Protection Officer when required.
Main Duties
- Advise teams, Board, volunteers, and clerks on IG compliance.
- Respond to FOI and Subject Access Requests; handle information enquiries.
- Assist with incident management, data sharing safeguards, and policy updates.
- Support IG integration in projects, DPIAs, and tech/system due diligence.
- Maintain retention schedules and Information Asset Register.
- Contribute to risk management and compliance audits; prepare reports.
- Deliver IG training and guidance; collaborate with partner organisations.
- Promote team support and continuous improvement; undertake other duties as needed.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI (Scotland) Act, Public Records (Scotland) Act.
- Understanding of confidentiality and IG security principles.
- Ability to communicate complex information to varied audiences.
- Evidence of CPD and experience in IG roles.
- Skilled in meeting deadlines and handling sensitive data.
- Desirable: project management, IG in digital systems, sector experience, working with staff and volunteers.
Inside IR35 | Basic Disclosure Scotland required.