FOI / GDPR Project Manager

Michael Page (UK); Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a proactive FOI Project Manager to lead the management of Freedom of Information requests. This remote role involves setting up processes, delivering training, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in a professional setting, focusing on continuous improvement. The position is a short-term temporary contract, offering a negotiable daily rate and outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Freedom of Information requests within a professional setting.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with technology tools and systems relevant to FOI management.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Setup processes to manage Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
• Engage with external regulation for compliance.
• Deliver FOI training and guidance materials.
• Support internal reporting and governance structures.
• Liaise internally to ensure clear FOI communication.
• Develop risk planning and management strategies.

Skills

Project management

Regulations compliance

Effective communication

Process improvement

Tools

Technology tools for FOI management

Job description

• Ability to have maximum impact a time critical project
• Exposure to FOI / GDPR projects, with a holistic business exposure

About Our Client

The employer is a medium-sized organisation within the retail industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional services to its customers. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, they are committed to maintaining high standards in all aspects of their operations.

Job Description

• Setup processes to manage Freedom of Information (FOI) requests from internal and external stakeholders
• Engage with external regulation to deliver a compliant process and solution
• Deliver FOI training and guidance materials ensuring internal confidence in the long term process approach
• Support the development of internal reporting, governance and audit structures
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure a clear and consistent FOI communication channel (IT, Marketing, Planning, supply chain)
• Support the development of a clear risk planning and management strategy

The Successful Applicant

A successful FOI Project Manager should have:

• Experience managing Freedom of Information requests within a professional setting.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with technology tools and systems relevant to FOI management.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.

What's on Offer

• Short term temporary contract
• Outside IR35
• £ Negotiable / Day
• Remote working contract