Head of Information Governance

Seven Group Holdings Limited; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Professional growth

Vibrant team environment

Competitive pay

Networking with multi-agency partners

Job summary

Seven Group Holdings Limited seeks a Head of Information Governance in Bolton to lead the Information Governance team, ensuring high-quality, compliant practices across the Council. The role includes acting as the Council's Data Protection Officer and Deputy Senior Information Risk Officer, with responsibility for statutory oversight and assurance.

You will develop and implement robust governance strategies and oversee FOI requests, Subject Access Requests, and internal reviews while meeting

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance and data protection
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information and data handling

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Information Governance team to deliver a compliant service across the Council.
• Act as Data Protection Officer and Deputy Senior Information Risk Officer, providing statutory oversight.
• Develop and implement Information Governance strategies, policies and frameworks in line with legislation.

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker ready to lead in the dynamic field of Information Governance? Step into an exciting opportunity as the Head of Information Governance within Admin located in Bolton. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in ensuring that information governance processes across the Council are of the highest quality and compliant with statutory requirements. With competitive hourly pay, the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours, and the prospect of ongoing development, this position is a fantastic chance to advance your career. Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Embrace a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, whether you prefer the commitment of full-time work or the flexibility of part-time hours.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and expertise with ongoing professional development programs.
• Vibrant Team Environment: Join a passionate team in a dynamic work setting where your contributions will be valued and recognised.
• Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive hourly rate, ensuring you are compensated fairly for your expertise and dedication.
• Enhanced Networking: Collaborate with multi-agency partnerships, including health and social care systems, to broaden your professional connections.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage the Information Governance team to deliver a high-quality and compliant service across the Council.
• Act as the Council's Data Protection Officer and Deputy Senior Information Risk Officer, providing statutory oversight and assurance.
• Develop and implement robust Information Governance strategies, policies, and frameworks in line with legislation and best practices.
• Oversee complex Freedom of Information requests, Subject Access Requests, and internal reviews while ensuring that statutory deadlines are consistently met.