Information Governance Officer

Media Entertainment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology organization in Bristol seeks an Information Governance Officer to support their Information Governance Manager. The role offers a hybrid working model and a generous benefits package including private medical insurance and a significant employer pension contribution. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in information governance while working within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Annual salary reviews

Private medical insurance

Up to 12.5% employer pension contribution

Focus on wellbeing, EDI, learning and development

Qualifications

• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Familiarity with UKG classification of documents.
• Willingness to develop a career in Information Governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Information Governance function.
• Ensure Information Governance matters comply with legislation.
• Assist in managing and protecting information across the NCC.

Skills

Confident communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection legislation

Organized and enthusiastic approach

Job description

NCC

Bristol based with hybrid working.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salaries plus 12.5% employer pension, private medical insurance and additional benefits package.

Security Clearance

Government security clearance is required; all employment is subject to satisfactory references and the obtaining of a suitable level of clearance.

Closing Date

21st November 2025 (advert may be withdrawn earlier).

Summary

The National Composites Centre is at the forefront of the composites revolution. We are accelerating exciting and innovative new technologies and working with industry to make the future of light‑weighting materials a reality. We are undergoing a period of intense growth as we diversify our offering to industry, taking composites where they have never been before, innovating in fresh sectors and delivering new technologies to exciting customers. World‑leading engineering requires world‑leading information governance to ensure compliance is of the highest standard and that the NCC maximises the value of the information it holds. This is where you come in.

Responsibilities

As Information Governance Officer you will provide administrative support with the day‑to‑day activities of the IG function, supporting the NCC’s Information Governance Manager and Data Protection Officer. You will ensure that matters concerning Information Governance are processed efficiently and in accordance with legislation, providing guidance on policy & procedure and shaping how we manage and protect information across the NCC.

This newly created role offers a truly exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in Information Governance (IG), Records Management (RM), Freedom of Information (FOI) and Data Protection (DP) while developing valuable skills in a supportive working environment.

On‑the‑job training will be provided and academic knowledge will complement your role to develop your career as an IG Officer.

Qualifications

• Confident communicator who can build strong working relationships with all staff and encourage a culture of trust, openness, and ethical and legal compliance.
• Organised and enthusiastic approach; knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection legislation/regulation is highly beneficial.
• Experience working with UKG classification of Official Sensitive and higher documents, especially with suppliers in Defence and Space.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Willingness to develop a career in Information Governance and Data Protection.

What do we offer in return?

Hybrid and flexible working patterns as standard, annual salary reviews, company‑paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution. Great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol, and a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI, learning and development. A chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.

Contact

If you are a match or have a small question, please reach out to Jon Barratt via LinkedIn or visit the NCC careers website.