Information Governance Officer

Trafford Council; Trafford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Leadership development

Job summary

Trafford Council is recruiting an experienced Information Governance professional on a 12-month fixed-term basis to join the Information Governance Team. You will handle information rights requests, advise on data protection and data sharing, and help develop policies to support statutory duties.

You will bring up-to-date knowledge of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders to achieve compliant outcomes across council services.

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance with up-to-date knowledge of information law, standards and best practices.
• Experience handling complex subject access requests and preparing records for disclosure.
• Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills across internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Handling requests for information under FOI and Environmental Information Regulations.
• Developing, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Providing advice on GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Providing guidance on data sharing and data sharing agreements.
• Guiding colleagues through Data Protection Impact Assessments and advising on risks and mitigations.

Skills

Information governance

Subject access requests

Legislation knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Fixed Term End Date: 15 September 2026

SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.

About the Role

Trafford Council is looking for an experienced Information Governance professional to join its Information Governance Team on a fixed term basis for 12 months to contribute to the important work of delivering the council’s Information Governance Framework. The Information Governance team is a busy, specialist team responsible for a wide range of activities. These include handling requests for information/other information rights and providing high quality, expert advice and guidance on all aspects of information management across council services, supporting the council in meeting its statutory responsibilities and recommending the following of best practice.

About You

You will be motivated and enthusiastic, able to demonstrate both recent experience of working in this field and detailed, up to date knowledge of the relevant legislation. You will have experience of handling complex subject access requests and a strong eye for detail to be able to accurately prepare records for disclosure. You will be willing to develop your knowledge and understanding of information law, standards and best practices. You will be an effective communicator, have good presenting skills and have an excellent record of persuading and influencing internal/external stakeholders to achieve the desired outcome.

Additional Information

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

A substantial part of the role is handling subject access requests, in particular covering Children’s Social Care records, but the post holder could be asked to undertake a wide range of activities including;

• responding to requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act and Environmental Information Regulations
• developing, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures
• providing advice on all aspects of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018
• Providing advice and guidance on data sharing, assisting service areas in developing appropriate data sharing agreements
• Guiding and assisting colleagues through the process of completing Data Protection Impact Assessments, advising on Data Protection risks and any necessary mitigations

Find Out More.

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Emma Cooper at [e-mail] or on 07971833700.

About us...

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford?

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture...

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you'll love about working with us...

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We’ll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you’ll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information...

• Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Some roles may also require a DBS check and/or police vetting, which will be noted on the role profile.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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Supporting Documents

Information Governance Officer Role Profile