Information Compliance Officer

The University of Lincoln; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Lincoln is seeking an organised Information Compliance Officer to join the Information Compliance Team within the Legal and Compliance Services department in Lincoln. The role focuses on records management, data protection, and information governance, supporting regulatory compliance and effective information practices across the university.

This permanent, full-time position (37 hours per week) offers the chance to shape policy, work with colleagues across the university, and

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance, data protection and records management.

Responsibilities

• Support records management and archiving initiatives.
• Provide information governance advice across departments.
• Assist in Data Protection Impact Assessments and information rights tasks.

Skills

Records management

Data protection

Information governance

Job description

Legal and Compliance

Location: Lincoln

Salary: From £33,002 per annum

Please note this post is permanent and full-time at 37 hours per week

Closing Date: Monday 07 September 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 15 September 2026

Reference: AR4161

The Information Compliance Team are looking for an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic Information Compliance Officer to join our friendly and collaborative team, which sits within the wider Legal and Compliance Services department.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a time when the regulatory landscape is evolving, bringing new opportunities to strengthen and develop the University's established approach to information governance, data protection, and effective records management. The role will have a particular focus on records management and archiving, helping us to develop and embed effective practices across the University and supporting our response to an evolving regulatory landscape.

Working alongside Information Compliance colleagues, you will support a varied portfolio of work including records management and archiving, data protection, information rights, Data Protection Impact Assessments, information sharing and data processing agreements, contract reviews, research ethics, and information governance advice.

You will also play an important role in supporting the University's assessment records archiving arrangements in response to Office for Students Condition B4, as well as helping the team implement legislative developments including the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

You will work with colleagues across the University, using your judgement and organisational skills to help solve problems, manage competing priorities and translate sometimes complex regulatory requirements into practical solutions.

We are looking for someone with experience that is transferable to information compliance, whether gained through data protection, records management, information governance, legal, contracts, regulatory, or compliance work. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and an interest in developing your knowledge in an exciting and evolving area.

You will join a supportive, approachable, and cohesive team, where you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise and make a visible contribution to improving information governance and records management across the University.

Further details:

• Job Description and Person Specification

You can find out more about working at Lincoln, and everything that we have to offer, at:

https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/jobopportunities/

We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.

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