Data Governance Support Officer (Part-Time)

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 7,500 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Data Compliance Support Officer to join the Registration, Data Compliance and Electoral Services Team. The role delivers essential administrative support while handling SARs and FOI requests and assisting with data breach investigations.

The post provides a path to develop expertise in information governance within a supportive local authority environment, with opportunities to support apprentices and contribute to Equality, Diversity and

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above, including English Language.
• At least one year's practical experience in an office environment delivering Data Compliance services or similar administrative support.
• Some knowledge and experience of Data Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative support to the Data Compliance Service.
• Process and analyse Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, preparing matters for Solicitors and Senior Data Compliance Officers.
• Assist with Data Breach investigations.
• Act as a liaison point for Council Directorates, providing updates on SAR and FOI performance.
• Maintain accurate legal, electronic and manual records and filing systems.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings, appointments and room bookings for the Data Compliance Team.
• Take accurate minutes at meetings and ensure their timely distribution.
• Process orders and invoices through Oracle Fusion and maintain financial records.
• Assist with incoming and outgoing communications, ensuring responses are processed accurately and within required timescales.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Data Compliance Service.
• Support apprentices and work experience placements where required.
• Contribute to the promotion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the Council.

Skills

Administrative support

Data compliance knowledge

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

GCSEs including English

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Data Compliance Support Officer to join the Registration, Data Compliance and Electoral Services Team. The role delivers essential administrative support while handling SARs and FOI requests and assisting with data breach investigations.

The post provides a path to develop expertise in information governance within a supportive local authority environment, with opportunities to support apprentices and contribute to Equality, Diversity and