Information Governance Officer - FOI and SAR Exp

• Information Governance Officer
• Bradford - Onsite 2/3 days a week
• 3 month contract
• Inside of IR35
• £22per hour

We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused Information Governance Officer to join our Corporate Information Governance Team. You'll play an essential role in ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations under Data Protection legislation, the Freedom of Information Act, Environmental Information Regulations, and GDPR.

A key part of your role will be managing FOI (Freedom of Information) requests, EIR requests, and SARs (Subject Access Requests) from members of the public, external organisations, and internal colleagues. You'll provide expert advice, interpret complex legislation, and help embed best practice across the Council.

FOI, EIR & SAR Responsibilities

• Coordinating and responding to Freedom of Information requests (FOIs) within statutory deadlines.
• Managing Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other Data Subject Rights requests under GDPR.
• Reviewing and applying relevant exemptions and extensions where appropriate.
• Assigning information requests to the correct services and leading cross-departmental responses.
• Ensuring accurate recording, tracking, and reporting of all FOIs and SARs.

Broader Information Governance Duties

• Supporting investigations into data security incidents and conducting risk assessments.
• Providing IG advice to staff, Senior Management, Elected Members, and external stakeholders.
• Assisting with Data Protection Impact Assessments and data-sharing agreements.
• Maintaining IG databases, asset registers, and records management documentation.
• Liaising with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and monitoring any recommendations.
• Helping to deliver IG training and contributing to staff inductions.
• Assisting in the review and development of IG policies, procedures, and guidance.

About You

You'll thrive in a role that requires accuracy, organisation, and excellent communication. You will bring:

Essential Skills

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience analysing, interpreting, and presenting complex information.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise documentation.
• Confident IT skills across a broad range of applications.
• Ability to deliver information verbally to a range of audiences.
• Managing FOI (Freedom of Information) requests, EIR requests, and SARs (Subject Access Requests)

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