Information Rights Specialist - FOI & Data Privacy

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service in Nottingham is seeking an Information Rights Officer to support APHA’s Information Rights service, handling requests under FOI, EIR and the Data Protection Act. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness and adherence to statutory deadlines, while fostering openness and continuous improvement.

The post involves drafting responses, maintaining records in the eCase system and advising colleagues on Information Rights legislation, processes and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Process and coordinate Information Rights requests, ensuring they are managed in accordance with statutory deadlines, organisational procedures and legislative requirements
• Manage Information Rights casework, including drafting responses, supporting internal reviews and ICO enquiries, and maintaining accurate records through effective use of the eCase system
• Provide advice, guidance and support to colleagues on Information Rights legislation, processes and good practice, seeking support from senior team members where required
• Promote awareness and understanding of Information Rights, records management and information governance across APHA, contributing to organisational compliance and best practice
• Contribute to the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of Information Rights guidance, procedures, processes and working practices, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date
• Support the management of APHA's publication scheme, helping to ensure information is published accurately, appropriately and in a timely manner
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues across APHA, Defra Group and external stakeholders to support the delivery of Information Rights activities and objectives
• Support colleagues within the team through collaboration, knowledge sharing and a positive approach to team working, contributing to the effective delivery of APHA's Information Rights service

Job description

Government Recruitment Service in Nottingham is seeking an Information Rights Officer to support APHA’s Information Rights service, handling requests under FOI, EIR and the Data Protection Act. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness and adherence to statutory deadlines, while fostering openness and continuous improvement.

The post involves drafting responses, maintaining records in the eCase system and advising colleagues on Information Rights legislation, processes and best practice.