FOI & Information Services Officer

Leicestershire County Council; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Business Services Information Officer to join the Growth, Environment & Transport Department at County Hall, Leicester. The role focuses on administering, coordinating FOI, Environmental Information and Subject Access requests, and providing excellent service to colleagues and senior managers.

The post is permanent, 20 hours per week, with pro‑rata salary £29,550–£32,055 p.a.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications or demonstrable FOI support experience.
• Understanding of Data Protection and FOI legislation and information management.
• Experience researching, analysing sources and producing clear, evidence-based responses.

Responsibilities

• Administer, manage and coordinate FOI, Environmental Information and Subject Access requests.
• Provide advice and support to colleagues, including senior managers and elected members.

Skills

FOI handling

Data protection

Information governance

Research & analysis

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Business Services Information Officer to join the Growth, Environment & Transport Department at County Hall, Leicester. The role focuses on administering, coordinating FOI, Environmental Information and Subject Access requests, and providing excellent service to colleagues and senior managers.

The post is permanent, 20 hours per week, with pro‑rata salary £29,550–£32,055 p.a.