Data Protection and Information Governance Officer

Rushcliffe Borough Council; Protection (KS); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking at offices

Excellent training and personal devt.

Reduced leisure centre membership

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave package

Employee Assistance Programme and Rush

Salary sacrifice schemes (Tusker,Cycle

Job summary

Rushcliffe Borough Council is seeking a proactive Data Protection Officer to ensure lawful and safe information handling and compliance with UK GDPR and related governance legislation. You will support information governance across the council and contribute to data migration work for LGR, balancing risks with practical advice for non-specialists.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail and the ability to work with colleagues across services to protect information daily.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and wider information governance principles.
• Experience supporting information rights work (SAR/FOI/EIR) and working to tight statutory deadlines.
• Confidence interpreting legislation and giving practical, proportionate advice to non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Council’s compliance with UK GDPR and related information governance legislation.
• Coordinate information governance work across services and stakeholders.
• Support data migration and integration work linked to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

Skills

UK GDPR knowledge

Information rights (SAR/FOI/EIR)

Legislation interpretation

Written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Salary: LS8 - £48,165 - £51,084 per annum

Closing Date : Sunday 8th November 2026 Midnight

Interviews will take place week commencing 30th November 2026

Full-time 37 hours per week Permanent contract

Help us protect what matters — people’s data, public trust, and the Council’s reputation.

We are looking for proactive and knowledgeable data protection officer to help us manage our information safely, lawfully and confidently ensuring we meet our statutory obligations under data protection and information governance legislation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the Council meets its legal and regulatory obligations relating to data protection and information governance. If successful, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the Council’s compliance with UK GDPR and related legislation, strengthen information governance, and working with colleagues and stakeholders across the Council to help drive and promote a culture which values and protects information ensuring there is procedure and systems in place to ensure we do the right thing with information every day.

You will also play an important part in supporting information governance work linked to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), helping coordinate, validate and prepare data across systems for migration and integration.

We’re looking for someone who combines sound technical expert knowledge with the ability to communicate clearly and pragmatically.

You'll Bring

• A good working knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and wider information governance principles
• Experience supporting information rights work (SAR/FOI/EIR) and working to tight statutory deadlines
• Confidence interpreting legislation and giving practical, proportionate advice to non‑specialists
• Strong written skills, judgement and attention to detail — especially when dealing with sensitive or confidential matters
• The ability to balance competing priorities, build relationships across services, and work constructively with colleagues across the organisation.

About The Council

Rushcliffe Borough Council provides high-quality services to more than 119,000 residents in a Borough made up of vibrant towns and stunning villages. It is a forward-looking, innovative Council which is keen to make the most of its assets.

For The Right Candidate, Our Package Includes

• Free car parking at our purpose-built offices
• Excellent training and personal development opportunities
• Reduced membership of the onsite leisure centre
• Local Government pension scheme
• Generous annual leave package
• Employee Assistance Programme and Rushcliffe Rewards and Discounts platform
• Various salary sacrifice scheme such as Tusker and Cycle to Work

Rushcliffe Borough Council supports flexible and part-time working in line with the needs of the public that we serve, and the business needs of the Council. We believe that embracing flexibility is a smart way of working and ensures we can find and support the mix of talent and experience we need.

This is a great opportunity to further your career with a high performing forward looking Authority with training to support your CPD and personal development

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Charlotte Caven-Atack, Assistant Director for Corporate Services on 0115 914 8278.