Senior Information Governance Officer

NHS; Coalville; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to lead the development and delivery of its IG framework within a regulated environment. The role involves ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and NHS IG standards, providing expert leadership, and working collaboratively with senior stakeholders. This position offers a high degree of autonomy with hybrid working arrangements, aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Opportunities for cross-functional learning

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Information Governance and Data Protection.
• Proven experience leading IG activities and providing senior-level advice.
• Experience in NHS or regulated healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of PCL's Information Governance framework.
• Provide assurance and advice on IG matters.
• Oversee core IG activities and ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Educated to degree level in Information Governance or related field

Recognised qualification in Information Governance/Data Protection

Postgraduate qualification in IG or related fields

Job description

LLR Patient Care Locally Community Interest Company

Senior Information Governance Officer

Closing date: 16 January 2026

Visa sponsorship: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. All applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

We are seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to lead, embed and assure robust information governance across the organisation. This is a senior specialist role within our Digital and Governance function, offering a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to shape how information governance is delivered at PCL.

The role is hybrid, with most work carried out from home. You will also be expected to attend the office and other locations as required for meetings, governance forums and stakeholder engagement.

You will act as a key professional authority on information governance matters, working closely with senior stakeholders including the Executive Team, Governance Committee, Caldicott Guardian, SIRO and Information Asset Owners. You will also deputise for the Head of Information Governance & Technology when required.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the development and ongoing improvement of PCL's Information Governance framework and strategy
• Provide senior‑level advice, assurance and challenge on IG matters across the organisation
• Oversee core IG activity including DPIAs, DSPT completion, SARs, FOI requests, data sharing agreements and incident management
• Lead on information risk management, working with the SIRO and IAOs to ensure risks are identified, recorded and mitigated
• Produce clear, high‑quality reports and assurance papers for senior governance forums
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, NHS IG requirements and relevant codes of practice
• Embed data protection and information governance into digital projects and service developments
• Design and deliver IG training, awareness and guidance for staff across the organisation
• Provide professional leadership, mentoring and support to colleagues with IG responsibilities

About you

You will be an experienced Information Governance professional who is confident operating at senior level in a regulated environment, comfortable working autonomously while maintaining strong relationships across the organisation.

Key dates

• Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026
• Interviews: Week commencing 2nd February 2026
• Interview format: Face‑to‑face interview and presentation
• Proposed start date: 1st April 2026

About us

PCL is a not‑for‑profit Community Interest Company dedicated to enhancing healthcare delivery across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Working in close collaboration with the NHS, we focus on delivering the right care at the right time in the right place – closer to home for patients.

As a CQC‑registered organisation rapidly expanding beyond our original region, we maintain the highest standards of quality while alleviating pressure on hospital services. Our innovative approach has earned recognition as finalists at both the HSJ Awards and Strategic PA Awards in 2024.

Values‑Driven Culture:

• Patient‑centred: Everything we do puts patients first
• Team‑focused: We respect, trust and empower each other while valuing every contribution
• Our Company: We’re a trusted, caring company that’s innovative, agile and adaptive – always delivering

Working at PCL: You’ll join a fast‑paced, dedicated team committed to continuous improvement and making a real difference to over 1.2 million patients. We offer hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive training, and opportunities for cross‑functional learning and development. Our collaborative environment encourages skill‑sharing and supports professional growth while maintaining high‑quality patient care standards.

Job responsibilities

Patient Care Locally (PCL) is a forward‑thinking and progressive healthcare organisation committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care. As the organisation continues to mature its digital, governance, risk and compliance (GRC) capabilities, we are seeking to appoint a Senior Information Governance Officer to play a pivotal role in leading, embedding and assuring robust information governance across the organisation.

This is a senior specialist role within the Digital and Governance function, providing expert leadership, assurance and operational delivery across all core Information Governance disciplines. The postholder will work with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a key professional authority on IG matters and deputising for the Head of Information Governance & Technology when required.

The role will work directly with senior stakeholders including the Governance Committee, Caldicott Guardian, Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO), Data Protection Officer (DPO), Information Asset Owners (IAOs) and members of the Executive Team, providing assurance, advice, reporting and constructive challenge where appropriate. The postholder will be responsible for both the strategic development and hands‑on delivery of the organisation's IG framework, ensuring compliance with legislation, NHS standards and best practice.

In addition to leading on complex and high‑risk IG matters, the Senior Information Governance Officer will provide professional leadership and guidance to colleagues with an interest in information governance, supporting capability development while retaining responsibility for core operational activities such as DPIAs, completion of the DSPT, incident management, SARs and audits.

This role is ideal for an experienced IG professional who is confident operating at senior level, able to make informed decisions independently, and comfortable providing assurance and leadership in a complex, regulated healthcare environment.

Person Specification

Commitment to Values & Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with PCL's Values and Behaviours.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.
• Resilient, adaptable and confident operating in a complex and evolving environment.
• Experience supporting organisational change or transformation.

Experience

• Substantial experience working in Information Governance, Data Protection or a related GRC role within a regulated environment.
• Proven experience of leading and delivering end‑to‑end IG activities independently, including DPIAs, SARs, DSPT completion, incident management, audits and policy development.
• Experience of providing senior‑level IG advice and assurance to committees, senior managers and executives.
• Experience of supporting organisational compliance with the Data Protection Act, UK GDPR and related legislation.
• Experience in IG within NHS, health or social care organisations.
• Experience of deputising for a senior IG/Governance lead.
• Experience contributing to organisational IG or GRC strategy development.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level of equivalent demonstrable experience in Information Governance, Data Protection, Information Management or a related discipline.
• Recognised qualification in Information Governance/Data Protection (e.g. BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection, IAPP, CIPM, CIPP/E) or significant equivalent experience.
• Postgraduate qualification or advanced professional certification in IG, data protection, information security or governance.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. BSC, IAPP).

Leadership & Management

• Ability to work autonomously, making informed decisions and managing complex IG matters without direct supervision.
• Demonstrable experience of providing professional leadership, mentoring and supervision to colleagues.
• Ability to deputise effectively for senior leaders and represent the function at senior forums.
• Experience of line management or formal supervisory responsibility.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high‑quality reports and present to governance committees.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to assess risk and recommend proportionate solutions.
• Ability to influence, challenge and negotiate at a senior level with passion and integrity in your work.
• Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and complex workloads.
• Proactive and forward‑thinking mindset keeping up with digital trends and new technology.
• Team player works collaboratively within the teams across the organisation.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Have great interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow process.
• Ability to work independently, prioritising own workload and escalating when needed.
• Being perceptive and able to work on intuition.
• Experience designing and delivering training programmes.
• Advanced skills in report writing and analysis of incident trends.

Equality & Diversity and Other Requirements

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• Ability to travel across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and neighbouring counties as required.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining expert IG knowledge.
• Active involvement in IG professional networks or forums.

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOIA, NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice, and Records Management Code of Practice.
• In‑depth understanding of Information Governance Frameworks, the ICO Accountability Framework and NHS assurance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and associated evidence requirements.
• Understanding of information risk management and assurance in a healthcare context.
• Understanding of digital health systems and emerging technologies such as AI, automation and telehealth.
• Knowledge of information security standards (e.g. ISO27001), cyber security principles and privacy by design.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

LLR Patient Care Locally Community Interest Company

Address

Office 2 and 3, Coalville Business Centre

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year, dependent upon experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Hybrid (home & office) with occasional travel required

Reference number

E0349-25-0020

Job location

Office 2 and 3, Coalville Business Centre