Senior Information Governance Officer

LLR Patient Care Locally Community Interest Company; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to lead and enhance their information governance framework. This hybrid role involves ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and delivering senior-level advice across the organization. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Information Governance, strong communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously while fostering collaborative relationships. The position offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional leadership and development.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Information Governance within a regulated environment.
• Proven experience leading and delivering IG activities, including DPIAs and incident management.
• Experience providing senior-level IG advice to committees and senior managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and improvement of organisation's Information Governance framework.
• Oversee core Information Governance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Produce high-quality reports and assurance papers for governance forums.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Team player collaborating across teams

Proactive and forward-thinking mindset

Ability to influence and negotiate

Education

Educated to degree level in Information Governance or related discipline

Recognised qualification in Information Governance/Data Protection

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to lead, embed and assure robust information governance across the organisation. The role is hybrid, most work from home with office visits for meetings and stakeholder engagement. You will act as a key professional authority on information governance matters, deputising for the Head of Information Governance & Technology when required.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, and all applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and ongoing improvement of PCLs 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 PCL

Patient Care Locally (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. Our values‑driven culture places patient‑centred care, teamwork, trust, and innovation at the core of everything we do.

Qualifications and Experience

• Commitment to Values & Behaviours (Essential)
  • 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.
• Desirable
  • Experience supporting organisational change or transformation.
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Experience
  • Experience of deputising for a senior IG/Governance lead.
  • Experience contributing to organisational IG or GRC strategy development.
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Qualifications
  • Postgraduate qualification or advanced professional certification in IG, data protection, information security or governance.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. BSC, IAPP)
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Leadership & Management
  • Experience of line management or formal supervisory responsibility.
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Skills & Abilities
  • Experience designing and delivering training programmes.
  • Advanced skills in report writing and analysis of incident trends.
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Equality & Diversity and Other Requirements
  • Active involvement in IG professional networks or forums.
• Essential 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.
• Desirable Knowledge
  • 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 requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer name: LLR Patient Care Locally Community Interest Company

Address: Office 2 and 3, Coalville Business Centre
Goliath Way
Coalville
Leicestershire
LE67 3FT

Website: Not provided.