Locum Data Protection and Information Governance Manager

Venn Group - Birmingham; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Locum Data Protection & Information Governance Manager for a Midlands-based Local Authority. This role offers the opportunity to lead governance efforts, ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public sector governance and a strong grasp of data protection laws. Offered at up to £450 per day, the position allows for primarily remote work with an initial on-site visit.

Qualifications

• Experience in Data Protection and Information Governance within a public sector environment.
• Strong working knowledge of legislation including UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive and complex information governance matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on data protection and information governance matters.
• Lead compliance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
• Manage responses to information requests and data breaches.
• Review and develop information governance policies and procedures.
• Support services on privacy impact assessments.

Skills

Data Protection experience

Information Governance knowledge

UK GDPR understanding

Compliance management

Job description

Locum Data Protection & Information Governance Manager – Midlands Council – Up to £450 per day (Umbrella) – initial 6 Months+ – Remote Working

Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Data Protection & Information Governance Manager to join a Midlands-based Local Authority on an initial 6-month assignment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced information governance professional to take a lead role within a well‑structured and supportive team.

Role Details:

• Position: Locum Data Protection & Information Governance Manager
• Duration: Initial 6 months with potential extension thereafter
• Rate: Up to £450 per day (Umbrella), dependent on experience
• Working Pattern: Primarily remote, with an initial on‑site visit required to collect IT equipment

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on data protection, freedom of information and information governance matters
• Lead on compliance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 across the authority
• Manage responses to information requests, data breaches and subject access requests
• Review and develop information governance policies and procedures
• Support and advise services on privacy impact assessments and information sharing agreements

Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in Data Protection and Information Governance within a public sector environment
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation including the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and Freedom of Information Act 2000
• Proven ability to manage sensitive and complex information governance matters

If you have the relevant experience and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Louise Francis or Phoebe Maries on 07441 916438 or email [e-mail].

Job Reference: J92010

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and agency and encourages applications from all applicants