Data Protection and Information Security Officer (M329)

Charnwood Borough Council; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Data Protection and Information Security Officer to enhance compliance with data protection laws and implement security policies. This role involves managing data protection requests, conducting risk assessments, and leading training initiatives within a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and relevant experience in information security practices. A chance to contribute significantly to public service in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Agile working

Generous annual leave (35.5 to 40.5 days)

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proactive individual with experience in managing data protection requests.
• Conduct risk assessments and support incident response procedures.
• Ability to provide expert advice to departments.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Information Security policies.
• Manage data protection requests and conduct risk assessments.
• Lead training initiatives and contribute to information governance strategy.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Understanding of data protection laws

Experience in information security practices

Job description

Job profile

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Please apply online via the link provided. We do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Charnwood Borough Council is seeking a skilled Data Protection and Information Security Officer to support the development and implementation of Information Security policies. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the Council's compliance with relevant legislation, including the Data Protection Act and GDPR.

As part of the ICT team, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing data protection requests, conducting risk assessments, and supporting incident response procedures. They will also provide expert advice to departments, lead training initiatives, and contribute to the Council's overall information governance strategy.

We are looking for a proactive individual with strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of data protection laws, and experience in information security practices. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public service while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

• Agile working for many roles
• Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays
• Most services are closed over Christmas
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles
• Free parking

We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.

About the Council

Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people. We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets. Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.

About Charnwood

We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work, visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore. At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.

As a Disability Confident Employer and proud holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Gold Award, we're committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

No agencies please. Interview dates will be week commencing 10th November 2025.

Salary

• £37,280 - £39,152 per year