Information Governance and Compliance Manager

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Job summary

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking an Information Governance and Compliance Manager to lead information governance, data protection and regulatory compliance across our national education client. The role acts as the designated Data Protection Officer and drives governance, risk management and assurance through policy development and stakeholder engagement.

The post holder will work across campuses nationwide, including Manchester, supporting compliance, incident management and

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading information governance, data protection or compliance within a complex organisation.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and influencing governance decisions.
• Experience developing policies and governance frameworks for regulatory compliance.
• Experience handling Information Rights requests and privacy risk investigations.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, FOI and related regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and judgement abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to explain regulatory concepts clearly.
• Ability to foster accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead information governance and data protection framework across the organisation.
• Act as the designated Data Protection Officer, advising senior leaders.
• Develop, maintain and improve policies, procedures and governance structures.
• Monitor compliance, identify risk and drive mitigation actions.
• Develop governance, monitoring and reporting arrangements for leadership.
• Lead responses to Information Rights requests and privacy notices.
• Advise on DPIAs, information sharing and data use risks.
• Manage information governance incidents and regulatory reporting where required.
• Support records management, retention and disposal practices.
• Deliver training and awareness on information governance responsibilities.
• Contribute to projects to embed information governance considerations.

Skills

Information governance

Data protection

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Information Governance and Compliance Manager

Information Governance and Compliance Manager

Our client is a vibrant and growing higher education institution dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, they offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Their commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets them apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the role

As Information Governance & Compliance Manager, you will lead our client's approach to information governance, data protection and regulatory compliance. Acting as the institution's designated Data Protection Officer, you will provide expert leadership, advice and assurance, helping to shape policy, influence decision-making and ensure effective governance across the organisation.

Working across a complex and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in identifying and managing risk, supporting compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and promoting best practice in the management of information.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the institution's information governance and data protection framework, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the designated Data Protection Officer, providing expert advice, guidance and assurance to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain and continually improve policies, procedures and governance frameworks that support effective information management across the institution.
• Monitor organisational compliance, identify areas of risk and lead appropriate mitigation and improvement activity.
• Develop and maintain governance, monitoring and reporting arrangements that provide assurance to senior leaders and committees.
• Lead the organisation's response to Information Rights requests, including Subject Access Requests, Freedom of Information requests and other rights under data protection legislation.
• Advise colleagues on Data Protection Impact Assessments, information sharing arrangements, privacy risks and the lawful use of personal data.
• Lead the management of information governance and data protection incidents, including investigations, risk assessments and regulatory reporting where required.
• Support the development and implementation of records management, retention and disposal practices.
• Deliver training, guidance and awareness activities that strengthen understanding of information governance responsibilities across the institution.
• Provide expert input into projects, partnerships, systems and organisational change initiatives, ensuring information governance considerations are embedded from the outset.

What You'll Bring:

• Significant experience leading information governance, data protection, compliance or related activity within a complex organisation.
• Experience providing expert advice to senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making on governance, compliance and risk matters.
• Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures and governance frameworks that support regulatory compliance and effective information management.
• Experience managing Information Rights requests, privacy risks and compliance‑related investigations or incidents.
• Detailed knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information legislation, Environmental Information Regulations and associated regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess risk, exercise sound judgement and develop proportionate solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory requirements in a clear and practical way.
• The ability to build effective working relationships and promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.

The postholder can be based at any one of our client's seven UK campuses (Brighton, London, Essex, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds).

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 16th and/or Tuesday 17th November.

Why this role?

Our client is a values‑led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do:

Believe in Everyone, Challenge the Norm, Grow Together, Do The Right Thing, Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)

Our client continually strives to create a culture of inclusivity so that they truly represent their diverse communities. They particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in their organisation.

Our client is committed to promoting the safety and welfare of their students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.