Information Rights Manager Operations

UK Research and Innovation; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as an Information Rights Manager, where you'll support compliance with data protection legislation and respond to information requests. This hybrid role offers flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

30 days’ annual leave

Employee discounts

Assistance programs

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience with information rights legislation in complex environments.
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply exemptions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Respond to data subject rights requests and assist Senior Managers.
• Handle FOI and EIR requests, determining exemptions.
• Provide guidance on information rights issues.

Skills

Teamwork

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Professional qualification in freedom of information/data protection

Tools

Office 365

Redaction Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Information Rights Manager Operations role at UK Research and Innovation

UK Research and Innovation provided pay range

This range is provided by UK Research and Innovation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

UK Research and Innovation

Hours: Full Time / Part Time (Min 0.8 FTE)

Contract Type: Open Ended

Location: Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid working available)

Role Overview

The Information Governance Group supports UKRI in meeting its statutory responsibilities under data protection, freedom of information, and environmental information regulations legislation. As an Information Rights Manager, you will work with Senior Information Rights Managers to deliver timely, high-quality responses to FOIA/EIR requests or data protection subject rights requests, provide advice on data protection inquiries, and support incident investigations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Respond to data subject rights requests and assist Senior Managers with complex requests.
2. Handle FOI and EIR requests, determining exemptions and applying the public interest test.
3. Provide guidance on information rights issues, including assessments and data sharing.
4. Ensure compliance with legislation and embed good information governance practices.
5. Raise awareness through training, inductions, and workshops.
6. Stay updated on best practices and legislative developments.
7. Support data protection incident investigations and policy updates.
8. Undertake any additional tasks as required.

Candidate Profile

• Holds a professional qualification in freedom of information/data protection.
• Experience working with information rights legislation in complex environments.
• Understanding of FOI and data protection laws.
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply exemptions effectively.
• Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Clear communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Office 365 and redaction software.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Visit our careers page for the full job description. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 30 days’ annual leave, employee discounts, assistance programs, and flexible working.

To apply, submit your CV and cover letter via our careers page. For more details, visit UKRI Benefits.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology, Administrative, Other
• Industry: Research Services