Information Rights, Legislation and Ministerial Correspondence Caseworker

Government Recruitment Service; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector agency is seeking an Information Rights, Legislation and Ministerial Correspondence Caseworker to join their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves managing sensitive communications and responding to public interest topics while collaborating with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have strong communication and analytical skills, and an interest in legislation and policy. The role offers opportunities for career development and potential leadership paths in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Keen eye on the political landscape.
• Ability to manage sensitive communications.
• Experience with Freedom of Information (FOI) and Data Protection.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the political landscape to identify topics of public interest.
• Support the team in maintaining deliverables to high standards.
• Draft clear and accurate responses complying with legislation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector’s property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. Our work is vital to the collection of over £60 billion of revenue which goes back into communities, touching every citizen and every business across England and Wales.

We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.

Information Rights, Legislation and Ministerial Correspondence Caseworker – Role Overview

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are looking to hire an Information Rights, Legislation and Ministerial Correspondence Caseworker to join the Information Rights and Ministerial Correspondence Team within Corporate Communications. You will play a pivotal role in contributing to high-level correspondence, shaping how we respond to public interest and manage sensitive communications effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who already has a keen eye on the political landscape and are looking to develop their correspondence and communication skills further. You will gain a broad and valuable skillset of various access requests such as Freedom of Information (FOI) and Data Protection, as well as excellent exposure and collaboration with senior level stakeholders.

If you are looking to develop your career further, gain expertise in legislation and policy, or have opportunities to grow into leadership or specialist role we would like to hear from you.

Information Rights, Legislation and Ministerial Correspondence Caseworker – Key responsibilities

• Monitor the political landscape to identify topics of public interest and managing communications effectively.
• Work flexibly between the Freedom of Information (FOI), Data Protection and Ministerial Correspondence functions.
• Support the wider team in maintaining and assuring deliverables to a high standard of quality within set statutory and internal timeframes.
• Research and establish information held in relation to FOI and Subject Access Requests (SAR).
• Establishing relationships and communicating effectively with colleagues at all levels, is therefore a key requirement.
• May involve some line management responsibilities.
• Work as part of a team to monitor and triage incoming work via busy inboxes.
• Draft clear and accurate responses which comply with legislation, in plain English.
• Be responsible for own case administration, and support others when need arises.
• Be aware of risk and elevate to senior members of the team quickly and effectively.