Information Rights Lead — FOI & Data Protection

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

APHA in Cardiff is seeking an Information Rights Team Leader to head APHA’s Information Rights service within the Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) Team. You will manage requests under FOI, EIR and DP, ensuring deadlines are met and promoting openness and improvement.

You will provide expert advice on information rights legislation, develop policies and guidance, oversee publication schemes, and lead a small team across the Defra Group, collaborating with colleagues to strengthen

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop APHA’s Information Rights service, ensuring it operates effectively and delivers to a high standard
• Provide expert advice on information rights legislation, supporting colleagues and senior stakeholders
• Ensure compliance, managing requests in line with statutory deadlines and regulatory expectations
• Oversee complex casework, including internal reviews, ICO investigations, and tribunal contributions
• Maintain and develop policies and guidance, ensuring they reflect current legislation and best practice
• Manage APHA’s publication scheme, ensuring timely and accurate publication of responses
• Act as lead user for the eCase system, supporting effective case management across the team
• Promote understanding of information rights, building capability across APHA
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Defra Group and wider profession
• Lead and support team members, fostering their development and performance
• Contribute to the wider KIM agenda, promoting strong records and information management practices
• Inspire and guide a small, dedicated team
• Influence senior stakeholders, providing clear, confident advice
• Shape organisational practice, strengthening how information is managed and protected across APHA
• Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job description

APHA in Cardiff is seeking an Information Rights Team Leader to head APHA’s Information Rights service within the Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) Team. You will manage requests under FOI, EIR and DP, ensuring deadlines are met and promoting openness and improvement.

You will provide expert advice on information rights legislation, develop policies and guidance, oversee publication schemes, and lead a small team across the Defra Group, collaborating with colleagues to strengthen