Information Governance Officer (12 Month FTC)

Academia the Technology Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Academia the Technology Group is seeking an Information Governance Officer to join our Information Governance team on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on delivering data protection advice and managing compliance for customers, with responsibilities spanning DPIAs, policy development, and training.

You will support Information Security Consultants and act as a Microsoft Security SME, working with not-for-profit clients and traveling to various customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• DPIAs experience and risk minimisation
• Policy and procedure development and improvement
• Advising on data protection issues to customers
• Provide data protection training to staff and customers
• Investigation of personal data breaches
• Documenting data protection processes and changes
• Awareness of information legislation changes and communication to business
• Handle Subject Access requests and rights exercises

Responsibilities

• Complete Data Protection Impact Assessments and identify risk
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for improvement
• Raise awareness of Information Governance internally and with clients
• Advise customers on complex data protection issues
• Provide data protection training to staff and customers
• Assist with investigation of personal data breaches
• Maintain Information Governance documentation and update processes
• Stay up-to-date on legislation changes and communicate to the business
• Support processing of individual rights requests including Subject Access

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Time management

Not-for-profit knowledge

Data protection knowledge

PECR knowledge

DPIAs

Subject Access / data rights

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Data protection qualification (GDPR Practitioner)

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

We are seeking to recruit an Information Governance Officer to strengthen our Information Governance team. As a member of the team, the emphasis will be on delivering advice on data protection legislation and managing data protection compliance for our customers.

This is an exciting full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact. You'll have the opportunity to take on a key role, build valuable experience and contribute to an exciting period of growth and development within the organisation.

The Information Governance Officer will take responsibility for ensuring documentation is completed to a high quality and supporting the Information Security Consultants as a dedicated Microsoft Security Subject Matter Expert. This role would suit a highly competent individual with strong communication, time management & technical skills.

Amongst other task, you will be responsible for:

• Completing Data Protection Impact Assessments and identifying ways to minimise and eliminate risk
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures, identifying areas for improvement
• Raise awareness and profile of Information Governance internally and with our clients
• Provide information governance support to our customers and advising on complex data protection issues
• Provide data protection training to both internal staff and our customers
• Assist with the investigation of personal data breaches
• Working on all Information Governance documentation including Policy and Procedure reviews and documenting changes to processes
• Keep up to date on news, best practice and changes to information legislation then communicate to the business where necessary
• Supporting the completion of individual rights requests, including Subject Access

Key Skills:

• Attention to fine detail in all aspects of work including documentation of work undertaken
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment and manage conflicting priorities to achieve deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent time management skills
• In depth knowledge of data protection legislation and its application within the not-for-profit sector
• A strong understanding on the application of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) within the not-for-profit sector
• To be able to travel to various customer sites as and when required
• Prior experience working with not-for-profit organisations
• Documenting data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and advising organisations on data protection risks
• Experience with data subject rights, particularly Subject Access, including reviewing and redacting information using Adobe Acrobat

The ideal candidate will have experience and/or certification in the following areas;

• Hold a data protection qualification (i.e. GDPR Practitioner Certificate)
• An understanding of the deployment of cookies and tracking technology
• An understanding on how data protection applies to artificial intelligence

Why Academia?

At Academia, we are redefining the landscape of IT services across education, business, public sector and nonprofit sectors. As an innovative and rapidly expanding technology company, we're not just a supplier—we're a trusted partner to thousands of clients nationwide.

With over 20 years of expertise, double-digit growth, a team of 300+ professionals and revenues exceeding £150 million in FY26, we've earned a reputation as a top-tier IT solutions provider. Our dedication has been recognised with prestigious industry accolades, including the coveted CRN Reseller of the Year award.

Our ethos is simple: by delivering outstanding technology and ensuring it works seamlessly, we empower our clients to maximise their tech investments. Their IT success is our business.

We foster a culture rooted in our people, teamwork, innovation, integrity, ambition and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Backed by Strive Capital since 2020, we're continuously expanding, exploring new frontiers with a strong financial and strategic foundation.

Our dedicated Lifecycle Services division exemplifies our promise to sustainability, offering comprehensive IT lifecycle solutions that reduce environmental impact.

At Academia, you'll find more than just a job—you'll find an opportunity to be part of one of the UK's most exciting tech success stories. If you're passionate about technology, eager to make an impact and ready to grow with a dynamic, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information on opportunities with Academia, visit our website.

Benefits

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• Free annual leave on your birthday
• Length of service bonus
• Free Will Writing service
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