Information Rights Manager

Michael Page (UK); Reading; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large utilities organization is seeking an experienced Information Rights Manager to oversee a team of Information Rights Advisors in Reading or Swindon. The successful candidate will manage information rights requests, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and provide expert guidance within the wider Data Protection team. This permanent position offers competitive compensation around £60,000, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Permanent position with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of data protection and freedom of information laws.
• Experience in managing information rights requests effectively.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and detailed records.

Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to information rights requests in line with legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and freedom of information legislation.
• Develop and deliver training on information rights.

Skills

Knowledge of data protection laws

Experience managing information rights requests

Team management skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Job description

• Join a large utilities business, managing an Information Rights team
• Based in Reading or Swindon, with flexible working

About Our Client

This Information Rights Manager opportunity is with a large organisation in the utilities sector. The company offers internal progression and training. This role sits as part of the wider Data Protection team, it reports to the Head of Data Protection, who reports to the Data Protection Officer for the organisation.

The company supports employee welfare and work/life balance, the successful candidate will be offered a hybrid working arrangement. The team currently work in the office every Monday and attend the office for key legal meetings.

Job Description

This Information Rights Manager role can be based in Swindon or Reading and involves:

• Managing a team of Information Rights Advisors
• Manage and respond to information rights requests in line with legal requirements.
• Manage the strategy & processes for EIR and SARs, in line with legal requirements
• Ensure compliance with data protection and freedom of information legislation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on information rights matters to internal teams.
• Maintain and update records of all information rights requests.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address complex queries.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on information rights to staff.
• Monitor changes in legislation and implement necessary adjustments to processes.
• Support audits and reviews related to information rights management.

The Successful Applicant

This Information Rights Manager role can be based in Swindon or Reading and requires:

• Strong knowledge of data protection and freedom of information laws.
• Experience in managing information rights requests effectively.
• Experience of managing both DSARs and EIR request processes
• Team management experience, experience of managing a diverse team of individuals with varying levels of experience
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Ability to provide clear and concise guidance on legal matters.
• Skills in collaboration and working across departments.
• Commitment to staying updated with legislative changes.
• Experience in the utilities sector is advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of around £60,000
• Flexible working arrangements with one day per week in the office.
• Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a well-established organisation in Reading or Swindon
• Engaging role within the Data Protection department of a large utilities organisation.

If you are an experienced professional ready to take on the role of Information Rights Manager, we encourage you to apply today!