Compliance Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Warwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A public heritage organization in Warwickshire seeks a Compliance Officer for a permanent, part-time position. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with information legislation, managing sensitive data requests, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of relevant laws and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of information legislation (FOI, EIR, DPA, copyright).
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Experience in the heritage sector or with policy development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead on compliance across HCW ensuring legal standards are met.
• Manage information requests including sensitive personal matters.
• Work with colleagues to ensure robust data protection.

Skills

Knowledge of information legislation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Discretion in handling sensitive enquiries

Collaborative approach

Job description

Join Our Team:

Are you passionate about improving access to heritage collections and confident navigating information legislation? Heritage & Culture Warwickshire (HCW) is looking for a Compliance Officer to join our team in a permanent, part‑time role.

We’re seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented professional to lead on compliance across HCW. You’ll join a team of archive, library, museum, and learning professionals who care for and provide access to Warwickshire’s historic collections. You’ll ensure our services meet legal and regulatory standards, including GDPR, FOI, and copyright legislation.

The role involves managing a wide range of information requests – from media enquiries to highly sensitive personal matters such as adoption – requiring sound judgement, discretion, and a strong understanding of legal frameworks. You’ll also manage data licensing and digital access, and work with colleagues and partners to ensure robust data protection and responsible use of our collections.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of information legislation (FOI, EIR, DPA, copyright)
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Confidence handling sensitive enquiries and applying exemptions
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work independently
• Experience in the heritage sector or with policy development is a plus

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, thrives on variety, and wants to make a real difference in how people engage with heritage.

Location: Warwickshire County Record Office

We welcome informal enquiries prior to application – please contact Amy Hurst, HCW Service Manager (Collections): [e-mail]

Closing date: 17th November 2025
Interview date: W/C 1st December 2025

Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact [e-mail] and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce.