TAMWORTH BOROUGH COUNCIL

Technology and Information Services

Information Governance Officer – Data Protection

£24,491 - £27,041 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent contract

The Information Governance Team provide an essential and regulatory role with responsibility for Data Protection, ensuring ongoing compliance with the GDPR, Freedom of Information, management of the Authority’s complaint process as well as supporting the wider ICT service ensuring continued security of our information assets.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, an eye for detail and the ability to manage their workload in an organised and efficient manner to meet regulatory and internal deadlines. You will have a positive attitude and be able to work using your own initiative as well contributing to the Information Governance Team and wider ICT service.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience and knowledge in Data Protection legislation, Information Security and Freedom of Information, ideally with relevant accreditations or be willing to undertake training to achieve the associated industry recognised accreditations. You will be a confident ICT user, particularly with the Microsoft Office 365 suite of software.

This is a challenging role involving knowledge of specific legislation where accuracy, attention to detail and organisational skills are key attributes required of the successful candidate. In return you will have a varied and interesting role for the right candidate and the opportunity to achieve accredited practitioner in the disciplines associated with the position.

If you have the necessary experience or are willing to undertake personal development required of the role, we welcome an application from you.

The authority offers an excellent employment package with flexible working, a non-contributory health scheme, Local Government pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. 

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work in the UK check, and medical clearance.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nikkie Hesketh (01827) 709266 or Gareth Youlden on (01827) 709563.

For further information and to apply please visit https://recruitment.tamworth.gov.uk/.

If you have any queries about the recruitment process please email recruitment@tamworth.gov.uk.

Closing date:  19^th December 2021

Late applications and/or CVs will not be accepted.  Agencies need not apply. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.