FOI & Information Rights Lead

The National Archives; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Discounted cafe

Training and development

Job summary

The National Archives is seeking an experienced FOI Manager to lead a team of information rights specialists and ensure compliance with FOI, EIR and Data Protection legislation. The role focuses on complex casework, internal appeals, and providing expert guidance to senior colleagues across government.

You will work in a role that combines on-site and home working, travel to the Kew site, and delivery against statutory deadlines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of information rights legislation including FOI, EIR and DPA acts.
• Experience mentoring, motivating or managing staff under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise workload and balance team support with own tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to draft persuasively for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee FOI activity and ensure legal obligations are met.
• Manage FOI caseloads and internal appeals; coordinate with ICO and Information Tribunal.
• Provide guidance to staff and liaise with senior government departments.
• Draft legally compliant responses and keep up to date with case law and guidance.

Skills

FOI knowledge

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Prioritisation

Education

Knowledge of FOI/Information rights legislation

Job description

The National Archives is seeking an experienced FOI Manager to lead a team of information rights specialists and ensure compliance with FOI, EIR and Data Protection legislation. The role focuses on complex casework, internal appeals, and providing expert guidance to senior colleagues across government.

You will work in a role that combines on-site and home working, travel to the Kew site, and delivery against statutory deadlines.