Senior Information Governance Officer

Porthosp; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and information governance. This full-time role involves managing governance incidents, conducting training, and providing expert advice on legislation including GDPR and FOIA. The position offers opportunities for professional development and is suitable for professionals with significant experience in data protection and compliance management. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful impact on patient data protection

Qualifications

• Significant experience with Data Protection compliance.
• Advanced keyboard skills for producing reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
• Excellent verbal, telephone, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead reviews of Data Protection Impact Assessments.
• Manage and review Information Governance incidents.
• Deliver training and guidance on IG best practices.

Skills

Data Protection compliance

Communication skills

Report production

Education

Degree level or equivalent

Qualification in Data Protection

Job description

Job Summary

As part of our Single Corporate Services, you will play a vital role in ensuring both Trusts meet our legal and regulatory obligations around data protection and information governance. You will maintain high standards of compliance, transparency, and accountability across both organisations, manage Information Governance incidents, support Data Protection Impact Assessments, and contribute to policy development and staff training.

This is a multi‑site role across Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. You may be based at either site and will be required to travel between locations.

Main Duties of the Job

Senior Information Governance Officer
Band 6: £38,682 – £45,580
Full Time: 37.5 hours
Location: Mitchell Way, Portsmouth PO3 5PE; Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham PO6 3LY; St Mary’s Hospital, Isle of Wight PO30 5TG
Hybrid/Remote Working

Key Responsibilities

• Lead reviews of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Support Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) submissions
• Manage and review Information Governance incidents
• Prepare and review Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
• Provide expert advice on GDPR, FOIA, DPA 2018, and other Information Governance legislation
• Assist IG Officers with complex Subject Access Requests and Freedom of Information Requests
• Support policy compliance and transparency initiatives
• Maintain accurate records and performance data
• Deliver training and guidance on IG best practices

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference in protecting patient and staff data
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training
• Work in a role that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Degree level (or equivalent)
• Qualification in Data Protection, Information Governance or Freedom of Information Act

Desirable Qualifications

• Accredited courses associated with Information Governance, Freedom of Information Act, or Subject Access

Essential Experience

• Significant experience with Data Protection compliance
• System administration experience
• Advanced keyboard skills for producing reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence
• Excellent verbal, telephone, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities
• Experience managing a discrete area of work

Desirable Experience

• Expertise in a specific area of Information Governance
• Team management and line management responsibilities

Essential Knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act, and Freedom of Information Act
• Significant information handling and analysis experience in a professional setting

Desirable Knowledge

• Understanding of the Caldicott recommendations for handling NHS data

Employer Details

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth, PO6 3LY

Website: https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/