Strategic GDPR & Information Compliance Lead

Swansea University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea University is seeking an experienced Information Compliance Manager to join the Digital Services - Cyber and Information Security team. The role leads a robust information compliance framework, ensuring GDPR, Data Protection Act, FOI and records management obligations are met across the university.

You will act as the institution's subject matter expert, delivering guidance on data protection, information governance and compliance risks, overseeing statutory requests, audits, and breach

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of an information compliance framework across the university.
• Provide expert advice on data protection, information governance and compliance risks.
• Oversee handling of Freedom of Information and subject access requests, data protection audits and impact assessments.
• Promote privacy by design and ensure compliance is integrated into systems and projects.
• Create and deliver training and awareness resources; monitor evolving legislation for ongoing compliance.

Job description

Swansea University is seeking an experienced Information Compliance Manager to join the Digital Services - Cyber and Information Security team. The role leads a robust information compliance framework, ensuring GDPR, Data Protection Act, FOI and records management obligations are met across the university.

You will act as the institution's subject matter expert, delivering guidance on data protection, information governance and compliance risks, overseeing statutory requests, audits, and breach