Information Governance Assistant

Manpower UK - RISE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Birmingham seeks an Information Governance Assistant to support compliance with data protection legislation. Key responsibilities include managing information requests, providing advice on governance, and conducting data protection assessments. Ideal candidates should have a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and good knowledge of IT systems. This temporary full-time position offers £13.84 per hour and requires an immediate start, with remote work arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance or data protection is desirable but not essential.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills in a regulatory environment.
• Good knowledge of systems and software, particularly in Office 365.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management of statutory information requests under UK GDPR, FOIA, and EIR.
• Provide advice on data protection and information governance.
• Undertake Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Assist with data breach investigations.
• Support with annual data protection compliance reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

IT skills in Office 365

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Time management

Job description

Overview

Manpower are currently recruiting for an Information Governance Assistant for a prestigious client based in Birmingham.

As an Information Governance Assistant you will assist with the day-to-day Trust compliance with FOI, EIR and data protection legislation. Supporting the team in reviewing documentation of processing activities to ensure compliance and help drive good information governance.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the Information Governance Advisor with the day-to-day management of statutory information requests under UK GDPR, FOIA and EIR (e.g., liaising with colleagues to collate information for disclosure, recording requests, analysing the application of legislation, and drafting compliant responses).
• Provide advice on data protection, information governance, and statutory information requests
• Undertake Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Assist with data breach investigations.
• Assist with annual data protection compliance reviews (e.g., DPIAs, Records of Processing Activities, Information Asset Register).
• Support the work of GDPR Information Asset Owners.
• Assist in reviewing data protection policies and procedures.
• Assist with Information Architecture and the Electronic Document Management System in Microsoft Office 365 (e.g., data classification, data loss prevention).
• Assist in developing and maintaining appropriate levels of Trust-wide data protection and information governance training and awareness.
• Support the delivery of efficient administrative duties, such as maintaining spreadsheets and filing to a high standard.
• Support the team with any other duties as required.

Suitable candidates will have

• Experience in information governance or data protection is desirable but not essential.
• Experience applying specialist legislative knowledge within a regulatory / governance environment, using strong analytical and decision-making skills to achieve compliant outcomes.
• Proactive, with the ability to use initiative.
• Able to work autonomously while also demonstrating a strong commitment to teamwork and an understanding of wider team and organisational priorities.
• Approachable and accessible, with the ability to build trust and strong working relationships across the organisation, and confidence in dealing with colleagues at all levels.
• Good knowledge of systems and software, with strong IT skills in an Office 365 environment.
• Excellent organisational, time-management, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work accurately under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Appreciation of record-keeping best practice.
• Understanding of the importance of compliance with Trust Health & Safety policies and defined standards, including reporting incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Understanding of assessing risks and making adjustments to work practices where appropriate.

This is a temporary full time position for 3 - 4 months, working remotely with an immediate start paying £13.84 per hour.

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