Lead Disclosure Officer

Police Scotland; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in the UK is seeking a leader for the Information Disclosure Team. You will supervise staff handling Freedom of Information and Subject Access requests, ensuring responses meet legal requirements. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a calm approach to sensitive information. Full-time or part-time shift patterns are available, alongside competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff or leading work is beneficial.
• Attention to detail and a calm approach to sensitive information.
• Understanding of legal requirements related to FOI and PVG.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff processing FOI and Subject Access requests.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and deadlines.
• Handle complex and sensitive cases.

Skills

Experience with Freedom of Information

Strong written communication skills

Ability to manage workloads

Confidence in decision-making

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Police Scotland to be part of the Information Disclosure Team. We are looking for a leader to join the team who will play a key part in supporting our team of Disclosure Officers in all matters covering Subject Access, Freedom of Information and Protection of Vulnerable Groups. This role is about making sure requests are handled lawfully, on time, and in a clear and helpful way.

You will support, mentor and guide staff, checking the quality of responses, and acting as a point of contact for more the complex or sensitive cases. You will also help improve how the service works day to day.

What you’ll be doing

• Supervising and supporting staff who process FOI, Subject Access requests and oversee the PVG process.
• Making sure requests meet legal requirements and deadlines and reviewing and signing off responses before they are sent
• Handling complex, high-risk, or sensitive cases
• Giving advice to colleagues across the organisation about information rights
• Helping to improve processes, templates, and guidance
• Supporting training and development within the team
• You will contact our regulators where necessary.

What we’re looking for

• Experience of working with Freedom of Information, Subject Access legislation or PVG legislation is essential
• Experience supervising staff or leading work (formal management experience is helpful but not essential)
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and competing priorities
• Confidence in making decisions and explaining them clearly
• A calm and professional approach, especially with sensitive information

Why work with us

• A supportive team and a role where your expertise really matters
• Opportunities to develop leadership and specialist knowledge
• Competitive salary with annual increments
• Full-time or part-time shift patterns
• 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays
• Local government pension scheme for long-term security
• Ongoing training to develop your skills
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
• Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

Please note Hours will be worked Monday - Friday.

Working options (WFH, Hybrid, Office) and location are flexible

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.