Information Governance & Compliance Officer

Barclay Simpson; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Barclay Simpson is seeking a Part Time Information Governance & Compliance Officer for a mental health organisation in the West Midlands. The role covers 22.5 hours weekly (3 days) with responsibility for delivering information governance across the organisation, reporting to the CITO/SIRO and DPO.

You will manage DPIAs, GDPR compliance, data rights, and policy documentation in a healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have NHS or healthcare IG experience, strong knowledge of UK GDPR

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS or healthcare information governance is essential.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 is required.
• Familiarity with NHS data security standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead DPIAs and monitor day-to-day information governance activities.
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, NHS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance on information rights requests and data breaches.
• Develop and maintain information governance policies and documentation.
• Liaise with NHS bodies, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

UK GDPR knowledge

Privacy compliance

Data protection

Education

NHS/healthcare IG experience

Tools

DSP Toolkit

Job description

Mental Health

A Part Time Information Governance & Compliance Officer (22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week) is sought for a leading mental health business in the West Midlands.

About the Role:

The Information Governance and Compliance Officer will support the delivery and continuous improvement of information governance across a growing healthcare organisation, ensuring compliance with UK data protection legislation, NHS standards, and regulatory requirements. Working closely with the CITO (SIRO) and external Data Protection Officer, you will take ownership of day‑to‑day information governance activities across the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Support compliance with UK GDPR, NHS standards, and the DSP Toolkit
• Provide guidance on information rights requests and data breaches
• Develop and maintain information governance policies and documentation
• Build effective relationships with NHS bodies, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience in an NHS or healthcare information governance role, with strong knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and NHS data security standards.

Pay range and compensation package:

£40,000 – £46,000 (Pro-Rata Basis)

22 hours per week – 3 days per week