Senior Information Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Hackney (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is hiring a Senior Information Officer for a four-month engagement with a local authority in the UK. The role focuses on information governance, data protection, and records management to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.

The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on FOI, GDPR, and related regulations, develop and maintain governance frameworks, and support audits and assurance activities within council services.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional qualification in Information Governance, Data Protection, Compliance, Records Management, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert guidance on Data Protection, FOI, EIR, and best practices in information governance.
• Assist in the creation, execution, and upkeep of information governance policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Monitor adherence to information governance standards and pinpoint areas needing improvement.
• Aid services in establishing efficient records management and information handling procedures.
• Ensure organizational compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related legislation.
• Participate in information governance audits, reviews, and assurance processes.
• Keep precise records of governance activities, compliance measures, and their outcomes.
• Proven experience in information governance, data protection, compliance, or records management.
• Skilled in managing FOI, EIR, and SARs.
• Proficient in providing advice and guidance on information governance and data protection issues.

Skills

Data governance

Legal compliance

Information security

FOI requests

SAR handling

Data protection

Education

Degree-level education

Information Governance qualification

Tools

Records management systems

GRC tools

Job description

Hackney, United Kingdom | Posted on 19/08/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

4 months with a local authority

Summary

• The Senior Information Officer is pivotal in ensuring the organization adheres to high standards of information governance. This role is essential for maintaining compliance with relevant information legislation, regulatory mandates, and best practice guidelines. The successful candidate will offer expert advice on data protection, Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), and records management. They will handle complex information requests and compliance activities, collaborating with various council services to foster effective, lawful, and secure information management.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert guidance on Data Protection, FOI, EIR, and best practices in information governance.
• Assist in the creation, execution, and upkeep of information governance policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Monitor adherence to information governance standards and pinpoint areas needing improvement.
• Aid services in establishing efficient records management and information handling procedures.
• Ensure organizational compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related legislation.
• Participate in information governance audits, reviews, and assurance processes.
• Keep precise records of governance activities, compliance measures, and their outcomes.
• Proven experience in information governance, data protection, compliance, or records management.
• Skilled in managing FOI, EIR, and Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Proficient in providing advice and guidance on information governance and data protection issues.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional qualification in Information Governance, Data Protection, Compliance, Records Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Additional Information

• Payments are processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
• The application deadline is 31st August 2026; early applications are encouraged.