Senior Information Governance Lead - Flexible Working

Tower Hamlets Homes Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Annual leave 29–33 days + holidays

Flexible working

Staff loans

Learning & development

Job summary

Tower Hamlets Council is seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to join the Information Governance Service. You will lead data protection, freedom of information, and information governance activities, translating legislation into practical solutions and supporting senior managers.

You will provide expert advice on SARs, manage information requests, and contribute to audits, risk assessments and policy development in a dynamic, public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the FOI Act 2000, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and related legislation.
• Experience in undertaking complex investigations, analysing data and legislation, and preparing clear reports for senior managers.
• Experience improving business processes and working in a politically sensitive environment.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills in a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness of data protection and information governance through training, briefings and events for council officers and elected Members.
• Provide expert, timely advice on complex data protection matters and SARs, supporting compliance with UK GDPR, DPA 2018 and Council policies.
• Translate legislative requirements into practical solutions covering FOI, EIR, information security, records management and information sharing
• Handle information requests and support investigations into information security incidents, maintaining records and deadlines.
• Support audits, risk and privacy impact assessments, contract compliance and data sharing, and help develop information governance policies.

Skills

FOI & DP Act

SAR handling

Policy interpretation

Training delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Tower Hamlets Council is seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to join the Information Governance Service. You will lead data protection, freedom of information, and information governance activities, translating legislation into practical solutions and supporting senior managers.

You will provide expert advice on SARs, manage information requests, and contribute to audits, risk assessments and policy development in a dynamic, public-sector environment.