Information Governance Officer

Cats Protection; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal welfare charity is looking for an Information Governance Officer to ensure data protection compliance and handle personal data responsibly. This remote position involves monitoring training, responding to data requests, and reviewing compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in data governance, strong organizational skills, and an ISO Certified GDPR qualification. The role offers 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and a range of health benefits.

Benefits

Range of health benefits

26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary Finance benefits

Qualifications

• Experience responding to data protection requests and inquiries.
• Experience reviewing compliance documentation and process maps.
• Strong ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure responsible handling of personal data and compliance with data protection laws.
• Monitor and review data protection training across the organization.
• Investigate potential data breaches and assist with resolution.

Skills

Experience in a relevant data governance role

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Broad knowledge of data protection legislation (GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR)

Education

ISO Certified GDPR qualification or equivalent

Job description

Team: Information Governance

Location: Remote

Work pattern: Mon-Fri, 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £32,813.57 per year

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK's largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Information Governance Officer

• Ensure we handle personal data responsibly and comply with data protection laws


• Help maintain systems and processes that keep information secure and protect privacy


• Monitor and review data protection training across the organisation


• Respond to data protection requests in a timely and accurate manner


• Investigate potential data breaches and assist with resolution


• Support with audits related to information governance and compliance


• work with teams to ensure their activities are compliant with data protection legislation


• Carry out administrative activities as required

About Information Governance team

The Information Governance team develop, deliver and maintain the essential systems and processes that underpin information governance and data protection compliance. The team is small but sits within the wider IT and Data Governance department.

What we're looking for in our Information Governance Officer

• Experience in a relevant, data governance role


• ISO Certified GDPR qualification or equivalent


• Experience responding to data protection requests and enquiries


• Experience of reviewing compliance documentation and process maps


• Experience reviewing compliance training material


• Strong ability to work alone, on initiative


• Excellent organisational and communication skills and attention to detail


• Broad knowledge of data protection legislation (GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR)


• Fundraising compliance would be an advantage

What we can offer you

• range of health benefits


• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service


• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing


• and much more, which you can learn about here

Application closing date: 19th January 2026

Virtual interview date: w/c 2nd February 2026

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include

1. Anonymised application form


2. Virtual interview

We will inform you of any relevant changes. Please email [e-mail] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

We operate a bias‑free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

There's a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.