Lead Disclosure Officer

K Creative; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public service organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a leader for its Information Disclosure Team. In this pivotal role, you will supervise the Disclosure Officers and ensure requests related to Freedom of Information and Protection of Vulnerable Groups are handled lawfully and efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in relevant legislation and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive salary packages, flexible work options, and substantial leave benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual increments

28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Freedom of Information, Subject Access legislation or PVG legislation is essential.
• Experience supervising staff or leading work.
• Ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support staff processing FOI and Subject Access requests.
• Ensure requests meet legal requirements and deadlines.
• Provide advice to colleagues about information rights.

Skills

Experience with Freedom of Information legislation

Strong written communication skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making confidence

Ability to manage workloads

Job description

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Police Scotland to be part of the Information Disclosure Team. We are looking for a leader to join the team who will play a key part in supporting our team of Disclosure Officers in all matters covering Subject Access, Freedom of Information and Protection of Vulnerable Groups. This role is about making sure requests are handled lawfully, on time, and in a clear and helpful way.

What you’ll be doing

• Supervising and supporting staff who process FOI, Subject Access requests and oversee the PVG process.
• Making sure requests meet legal requirements and deadlines and reviewing and signing off responses before they are sent.
• complex, high-risk, or sensitive cases.
• Giving advice to colleagues across the organisation about information rights.
• Helping to improve processes, templates, and guidance.
• Supporting training and development within the team.
• Contacting our regulators where necessary.

What we’re looking for

• Experience of working with Freedom of Information, Subject Access legislation or PVG legislation is essential.
• Experience supervising staff or leading work (formal management experience is helpful but not essential).
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Confidence in making decisions and explaining them clearly.
• A calm and professional approach, especially with sensitive information.

Why work with us

• A supportive team and a role where your expertise really matters.
• Opportunities to develop leadership and specialist knowledge.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary with annual increments.
• Full-time or part-time shift patterns.
• 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays.
• Local government pension scheme for long-term security.
• Ongoing training to develop your skills.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment.
• Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network.

Please note hours will be worked Monday - Friday.

Working options (WFH, Hybrid, Office) and location are flexible.

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.