Information Governance Officer - Remote, 18-Month Contract

Connected Local Government; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Chelmsford is looking for an Information Governance Officer to oversee complex information disclosure cases. The role requires proven experience with subject access requests and knowledge of data protection laws. Applicants should have strong ICT skills, and experience in governance and transparency is highly desirable. This position offers flexible working options, including remote work, requiring only one office visit per month. A full-time fixed term contract is available with competitive salary ranging from £28,349 to £33,351 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of reading and redacting subject access requests in a local authority setting.
• Educated to RQF Level 3 including English and Maths.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in Information Governance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cases for disclosure under the relevant legislation.
• Manage a large and widespread workload ensuring completion to statutory timescales.
• Maintain detailed records of decisions and risk assessments.

Skills

Information governance

Data protection

Strong ICT skills

Interpersonal skills

Legislative knowledge

Education

Level 3 (A-level) including English and Maths or equivalent

Relevant professional qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A local government authority in Chelmsford is looking for an Information Governance Officer to oversee complex information disclosure cases. The role requires proven experience with subject access requests and knowledge of data protection laws. Applicants should have strong ICT skills, and experience in governance and transparency is highly desirable. This position offers flexible working options, including remote work, requiring only one office visit per month. A full-time fixed term contract is available with competitive salary ranging from £28,349 to £33,351 per annum.