FOI & Information Governance Officer - Hybrid

Braintree District Council; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work

Professional development

LGPS

Learning and development for all

Employee discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Braintree District Council is seeking a proactive Freedom of Information Officer to manage FOI and Environmental Information Regulations requests with rigour and accuracy. The role requires organised, deadline-driven candidates capable of working with multiple services and interpreting complex information in plain language.

The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a strong emphasis on training and development, and a commitment to public service excellence in the East of

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance, data protection or compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret information clearly and draft responses.

Responsibilities

• Receive, assess and coordinate FOI/EIR requests within statutory timescales.
• Work with services across the Council to gather, verify and review information.
• Prepare clear, professional responses explaining complex information.
• Provide guidance and training on FOI/EIR requirements to colleagues.
• Review information before disclosure, liaising with Governance on exemptions and data protection.
• Maintain accurate records of requests, deadlines and disclosures.
• Monitor performance against deadlines and escalate delays promptly.

Job description

Braintree District Council is seeking a proactive Freedom of Information Officer to manage FOI and Environmental Information Regulations requests with rigour and accuracy. The role requires organised, deadline-driven candidates capable of working with multiple services and interpreting complex information in plain language.

The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a strong emphasis on training and development, and a commitment to public service excellence in the East of