Information Compliance Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Llandrindod Wells; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting an Information Compliance Officer for a 1-month assignment with Powys local authority. The role focuses on responding to FOI, Data Protection, and Environmental Information Regulations obligations and supporting governance across the organisation and Powys Schools.

You will prepare disclosures, advise staff and the public, and manage information requests within statutory timelines, ensuring proper exemptions are applied and data breaches are handled per

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English.
• Information Legislation Awareness Training.
• BCS Qualifications in Data Protection / Freedom of Information or willingness to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Respond to FOI, Data Protection and Environmental Information Regulations obligations.
• Prepare responses and disclosures to information requests, applying exemptions as allowed by legislation.
• Gather information to develop responses within strict statutory timelines.
• Provide specialised advice to staff, Schools, and the public on data protection and information requests.
• Advise on breaches of personal data and ensure ICO reporting is carried out in line with legislation.
• Accurately maintain and extract data from recording systems for information governance reporting.
• Manage communications with internal and external customers and escalate when appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Data protection knowledge

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

BCS Qualifications in Data Protection / FOI

Job description

Llandrindod Wells, United Kingdom | Posted on 20/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

1 Month Contract with a local authority

Summary

• We are seeking an Information Compliance Officer to respond to our obligations under Data Protection, Freedom of Information (FOI), and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR). You will support the corporate agenda in implementing and monitoring robust information governance across the organisation and Powys Schools.

Responsibilities

• Respond to the our obligations under FOI, Data Protection, and Environmental Information Regulations.
• Prepare responses and disclosures to information requests, applying the appropriate exemptions as allowed by specific legislation.
• Task and monitor the gathering of relevant information to develop responses within strict statutory timelines.
• Provide specialised advice and guidance to staff, Schools, and the public on data protection and information requests.
• Advise and respond to breaches of personal data, ensuring investigations and ICO reporting are carried out in line with legislation.
• Accurately maintain and extract data from recording systems, undertaking reporting of information governance measurements.
• Manage communication with all internal and external customers, defusing difficult situations and escalating when appropriate.

Experience

• Experience handling complex contact queries from customers and internal clients.
• Experience communicating with the public via differing methods and channels.
• Good knowledge of Information legislation (FOI Act 2000, EIR 2004, Data Protection legislation) and information governance practices.
• Experience of information regime practices and procedures, particularly within local government.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs, grades A-C (or equivalent), including Maths and/or English.
• Information Legislation Awareness Training.
• BCS Qualifications in Data Protection / Freedom of Information (or a willingness to obtain them).

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Standard DBS Check required.
• Working pattern: Normally in county hall once a month but may need to be more often to provide support and training