Solicitor (Corporate Information and Complaints)

Guardian Jobs; Wales; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Wales is seeking a professional to lead on their Corporate Concerns and Complaints Policy. The ideal candidate will provide support on access to information legislation and act as a liaison with the Information Commissioner. Familiarity with data protection principles is essential. Applications in Welsh or English are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling complaints and concerns.
• Knowledge of Access to Information Legislation.
• Familiarity with Data Protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the Council’s Corporate Concerns and Complaints Policy.
• Provide professional support to the Data Protection Officer.
• Act as a point of contact with the Information Commissioner.

Job description

Overview

Isle of Anglesey County Council is committed to making life better for the people who live and work on the island. We value ambitious, innovative and professional staff who work in partnership to deliver high standards. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities as part of our commitment to valuing our staff.

Overall Job Purpose

To be responsible for leading on the Council’s Corporate Concerns and Complaints Policy and acting as the single point of contact and primary advisor to all relevant staff and the public in relation to complaints; and to act as the single point of contact for the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales.

To provide professional support and advice to the Data Protection Officer, and to the SIRO, on all matters relating to the Access to Information Legislation. To act as a point of contact for the Council with the Information Commissioner in relation to access to information.

More information

Please see the job description for more information and for the Welsh language skills requirements for this post.
You’re welcome to submit an application in the language of your choice. Applications submitted in Welsh or English will always be treated equally.

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