GLCCA Information Governance Officer

Lincolnshire County Council; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority is seeking an Information Governance Officer to strengthen information governance across the organisation. The role covers data protection, FOI, information sharing and records management, with a focus on ensuring legal compliance and robust assurance processes.

You will work with the Risk and Assurance Manager, acting as Data Protection Officer and guiding teams on GDPR, confidentiality, DPIAs and risk management.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge and skills across all aspects of Information Governance, particularly data protection
• Experience in an Information Governance or similar environment
• Ability to interpret information legislation, principles and best practice
• Strong communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and explain complex information
• Experience identifying and managing risk, developing solutions and contributing to Information Assurance improvements
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
• Confidence in developing and delivering training and awareness materials
• Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet timescales

Responsibilities

• Managing and responding to FOI, EIR and DSAR requests
• Providing guidance on UK GDPR and data protection requirements
• Supporting DPIAs, investigating data breaches and maintaining risk registers
• Developing and implementing Information Governance policies, standards and training
• Overseeing records management activities including archiving and retention schedules
• Delivering data security, cyber security and compliance training to staff
• Supporting information sharing arrangements and providing advice on governance matters
• Assisting with the wider Assurance and Risk Strategy implementation

Skills

Information Governance

Data protection

Interpret information legislation

Communications

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Training development

Time management

Job description

Job Introduction

Job Title: Information Governance Officer (£36,581 to £40,444)

Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based

Location: Lincoln, Greater Lincolnshire

Closing Date: 8th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 23rd November 2026

Join the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority as an Information Governance Officer and play a key role in developing and improving information governance across the organisation. You'll help ensure compliance with information legislation, support risk and assurance activities, and provide expert guidance on data protection, freedom of information and records management.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to support the development of a co-ordinated Information Governance approach across the Authority and contribute to organisational transformation, improved ways of working and the delivery of effective assurance processes. You will work collaboratively across departments and with partners to help ensure legal and statutory obligations are met.

About the role

As Information Governance Officer, you will support the Risk and Assurance Manager in delivering and continuously improving the Authority's Information Governance framework. You will assume the role of Data Protection Officer and promote compliance with information legislation and best practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and responding to Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) and Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs)
• Providing guidance on UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and confidentiality requirements
• Supporting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), investigating data breaches and maintaining risk registers
• Developing and implementing Information Governance policies, standards, processes and training materials
• Overseeing records management activities, including archiving, retention schedules, data transfers and secure disposal of files
• Delivering data security, cyber security and compliance training to staff
• Supporting information sharing arrangements and providing advice to colleagues, stakeholders and partners on Information Governance matters
• Assisting with the implementation of the wider Assurance and Risk Strategy and supporting organisational objectives

What we are looking for

We are seeking someone with:

• Detailed knowledge and skills across all aspects of Information Governance, particularly data protection
• Experience in an Information Governance or similar environment
• The ability to interpret information legislation, principles and best practice
• Strong communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and explain complex information to a range of audiences
• Experience identifying and managing risk, developing solutions and contributing to Information Assurance improvements
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
• Confidence in developing and delivering training and awareness materials
• The ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and work to defined timescales

What we offer

• Salary: £36,581 to £40,444
• Full-time, office-based role in Lincoln, Greater Lincolnshire

Employer

Please note, this role is with the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA), not with Lincolnshire County Council.

Location and travel

The role will be based on-site in Lincoln, with occasional travel across Greater Lincolnshire and to partner locations.

Right to work and sponsorship

These roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority does not currently hold a Home Office sponsor licence. Applicants must therefore have the existing right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Our values and transformation

The postholder is expected to uphold GLCCA's values and contribute to organisational transformation.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding awareness is essential; all employees must follow GLCCA's safeguarding policies when working with vulnerable individuals.

Adjustments and accessibility

We welcome applications from everyone. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the process, please tell us at the email above and we will make arrangements.

Enquiries

If you have any questions about this role or the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].