Information Governance Lead (Hybrid, Part-Time)

Pendle Borough Council; Nelson; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Up to 31 days annual leave

Flexible contracts: 2-3 days in office

Local Government Pension Scheme

Option to buy extra annual leave

Cycle to Work

Vivup discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Pendle Borough Council seeks an Information Governance Officer to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and FOI legislation. You will promote best practices and provide guidance across the organisation.

The role focuses on handling FOI/SAR requests, maintaining DPIAs, and supporting governance with staff training, audits, and policy implementation. Flexible working arrangements are available within a 22.5-hour week.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and FOI legislation.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Act as council’s subject matter expert on data protection and information governance.
• Manage and respond to FOI and SARs within statutory timescales.
• Maintain and update Information Asset Register and DPIAs.
• Provide advice and training on information governance policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance and assist with audits; report findings to senior management.
• Support development and implementation of data security and retention policies.
• Assist with corporate governance compliance.

Skills

UK GDPR knowledge

Organisational skills

Stakeholder communication

Confidentiality

FOI handling

Tools

Information Asset Register

DPIAs

Job description

Pendle Borough Council seeks an Information Governance Officer to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and FOI legislation. You will promote best practices and provide guidance across the organisation.

The role focuses on handling FOI/SAR requests, maintaining DPIAs, and supporting governance with staff training, audits, and policy implementation. Flexible working arrangements are available within a 22.5-hour week.