Information Governance Officer

We are recruiting for two Information Governance Officers. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of day to day Information Governance services to a neighbouring local authority who we provide an Information Governance service to.

Specifically, you will be responsible for maintaining the allocation of Data Protection and Freedom of Information (FOI) / Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) queries and requests, whilst liaising with directorate leads, providing advice, completing reviews of client operations in relation to Information Governance, analysis of risks and levels of compliance and preparation of reports with action and improvement plans.

You have a passion for data protection and transparency, have excellent customer relationship skills, an organised and disciplined approach, enjoy working with other likeminded individuals - as well as being able to work on your own?, Ideally, we are looking for individuals who have a background in Information Governance, including those with IT or Data Protection, FOI / EIR, Information Security, or Records Management experience.

However, we welcome applications from those with good administration skills and a passion and drive in this ever-expanding area of work.

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives., As mentioned, we offer extensive training opportunities available to you in the Information Governance field to further your development and the quality of service we provide.

The role is rewarding, and you will be working with a high performing team (under the supervision of a Senior Information Governance Officer) who want to provide excellence in service delivery.

We offer a supportive flexible work / life balance, including working at home with the latest technology. Our main offices are the award-winning, modern Civic Centre in Keynsham, halfway between Bath and Bristol, easily accessible via car or public transport, with a train station 5 minutes' walk away.

There are also opportunities to be based at our other council offices in the Guildhall, Bath and in The Hollies, Midsomer Norton, as well our client's base in Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare.

One West is an independent function at Bath & North East Somerset Council delivering specialist professional services. Due to continued growth we are looking to recruit to enable our business to grow effectively and increase our levels of customer satisfaction., About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.

Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work / life balance, and have the support you need.

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At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https : / / jobsandcareers.

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We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

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