Information Governance Manager & Deputy Data Protection Officer
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, Wandsworth
Information Governance Manager & Deputy Data Protection Officer
£57171-£72186
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, Wandsworth
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 3 weeks ago, 4 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: a0edb0489fb74108a51ae1c77881b0cc
Location ref: Wandsworth
Full Job Description
- Lead development and implementation of information governance policies and frameworks
- Drive continuous improvement in compliance and risk management
- Oversee audits, DPIAs, breach management and information rights services
- Act as senior escalation point for complex cases
- Support the Data Protection Officer in statutory responsibilities
- Build relationships with senior officers, Members and regulators
- Lead and develop the Information Governance team
- Deliver training and corporate reporting
Significant senior-level experience in information governance and data protection - Ability to develop and assure governance frameworks
- Experience managing high-risk or sensitive data protection issues
- Strong knowledge of DPIAs, audits and legislation
- Confidence advising senior stakeholders and regulators
- Track record of leading high-performing teams
Closing Date: 23rd July 2026 Shortlisting Date: 27th July 2026 Interview Date: 20th 21st August 2026 Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/information-governance-manager-deputy-data-protection-officer-127070281