Corporate Support Officer

Lorien; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector client is seeking a Corporate Support and Correspondence Officer for a 6-month contract in Edinburgh. The role involves managing FOI and EIR requests, ensuring compliance with legislation, and coordinating responses. Ideal for candidates with experience in public sector correspondence and information management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Support Manager in managing FOI and EIR requests.
• Undertake redaction of sensitive information in accordance with GDPR.
• Draft and coordinate responses to FOIs/EIRs.

Job description

Corporate Support and Correspondence Officer - 6 month contract - Edinburgh - £200 - £250 per day via umbrella

One of Lorien's leading Public Sector Clients is looking for a highly experienced Corporate Support and Correspondence Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

Assignment Description

1. Support the Corporate Support Manager in managing and monitoring the Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, including liaising with staff to ensure timely responses.
2. Undertake redaction of personal, environmental, or commercially sensitive information in accordance with GDPR and FOI/EIR legislation, including applying exemptions and public interest tests when required.
3. Draft and coordinate responses to FOIs/EIRs, ensuring legislative requirements and deadlines are met.
4. Issue and record acknowledgment letters for requests.
5. Monitor and follow up with staff on contributions to casework.
6. Manage the FOI and corporate mailboxes.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.