Remote FOI & Data Officer - Security Cleared

Reed Technology; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology recruitment specialist is seeking a Freedom of Information - Data Officer for a fully remote role for an initial 3-month contract. This position is crucial in managing and safeguarding information rights, requiring skills in analyzing data, preparing disclosure reports, and engaging with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess clerical experience and relevant educational qualifications, showing high integrity and a commitment to equal opportunities. This role supports compliance with legislation like the Data Protection Act and GDPR.

Qualifications

• Educational attainment equivalent to City & Guilds Level III/A Levels/BTEC National in a relevant subject.
• Minimum of 1 year clerical experience including photocopying, filing, and updating records.
• Numerical skills for basic calculations and statistics.
• Enhanced literacy skills for composing memos, letters, and reports.
• Proficient keyboard skills for database entry and spreadsheet use.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Interrogate and analyze information from Force systems for legal compliance.
• Prepare detailed disclosure reports meeting SLAs and legislation.
• Act as a decision-maker handling enquiries about disclosure.
• Apply and interpret legislation consistently to stay updated.
• Promote good information management practices within the service.

Skills

Clerical experience

Numerical skills

Enhanced literacy skills

Proficient keyboard skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds Level III/A Levels/BTEC National or equivalent

Job description

A technology recruitment specialist is seeking a Freedom of Information - Data Officer for a fully remote role for an initial 3-month contract. This position is crucial in managing and safeguarding information rights, requiring skills in analyzing data, preparing disclosure reports, and engaging with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess clerical experience and relevant educational qualifications, showing high integrity and a commitment to equal opportunities. This role supports compliance with legislation like the Data Protection Act and GDPR.