Information Governance Officer: DSPT & Data Protection

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board is seeking an Information Governance Business Officer to support the IG framework, drive DSPT delivery, and provide expert advice on data protection and governance. The role requires engagement with ICB and GP Practices to ensure regulatory compliance and effective information management across the system.

You will lead IG programmes, support the DPO and SIRO, and contribute to a culture of data protection stewardship within a hybrid

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in IG-related subject.
• Qualification in data protection (UK DP law) is essential.
• Experience implementing governance and data protection in an NHS/ICB context.

Responsibilities

• Shape the ICB's IG framework to align with IG strategies and statutory duties.
• Lead and deliver programmes/projects; provide IG expertise to ICB and GP Practices.
• Produce DSPT work programme, monitor progress, and report risks.
• Provide direct IG guidance to senior teams and attend related meetings.

Skills

IG governance

Data protection

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Education

Degree level in relevant subject

Data Protection Qualification

Tools

DSPT framework

UK GDPR / DPA knowledge

Job description

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board is seeking an Information Governance Business Officer to support the IG framework, drive DSPT delivery, and provide expert advice on data protection and governance. The role requires engagement with ICB and GP Practices to ensure regulatory compliance and effective information management across the system.

You will lead IG programmes, support the DPO and SIRO, and contribute to a culture of data protection stewardship within a hybrid