Information Governance Specialist

Information Governance Specialist RCN London HQ or Cardiff, 35 hours, permanent contractSalary range per annum: £50,754.00 - £57,339.00

• plus London weighting of £5,424.00 per annum if applicable There is more to the RCN than you might think. We're a trade union with a membership of over half a million nurses, midwives, nursing support workers and students. We support their practice, represent them, lobby on their behalf, and develop them. We exist to make a positive difference - to the working lives of our members and ultimately to standards in patient care. Our employees are drawn from many walks of life - we are nurses, marketers and communicators, administrators, IT professionals, policy and finance experts, lawyers… together we are so much more. We couldn't do what we do without our people.The roleThe Information Governance Specialist will bring strong data protection expertise, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to this newly established role. The role will involve managing
  
  data subject rights requests alongside other legislative compliance activities and advisory responsibilities, working collaboratively with teams across the organisation. It's a great way to build on your skills and experience and develop your potential.The personThis role is suited to someone with strong organisational and prioritisation skills who can confidently navigate changing and competing priorities. You will be an experienced manager, providing support and guidance to a small team to enable their growth and development.You will also be a trusted source of advice on information governance, ensuring compliance is embedded across the organisation.To succeed at the Royal College of Nursing all you need to do is think bigger, better and brighter. And with an attitude like that, anything's possible.What we offer youWe expect you to look after our members. And we expect you to be rewarded for it. We offer an impressive range of benefits, a broad range of learning development
  
  apply and answer the supporting questions online demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this role. You may not be shortlisted if you don't. Any identifying information in your application will automatically be anonymised for shortlisting purposes. We want your experience applying for a job with us to be the best it can be. We may hold our interviews and assessments in person or by video call. If you foresee any problems, please let us know.Equal opportunities for everyoneEquity, diversity and inclusion are a priority for us and we aim to foster an inclusive environment so our people can bring their authentic selves to work. This is integral to our mission to enable you to support our members and ensure their voice is heard by all UK governments to get the best outcomes for them and their patients.As proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities. Opening date: Monday 18 May
  
  opportunities and an award-winning health and wellbeing programme. We offer annual leave up to 32 days plus bank holidays and three additional days for the Christmas break plus generous maternity, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave packages.We offer a competitive pay structure with annual pay progression until you reach the top of the salary scale. We normally offer new employees the first point of the salary range, although you may be able to negotiate a higher starting salary depending on your skills, experience and current salary.We are a diverse organisation and understand everyone has different needs and many of our employees enjoy flexible working enabling them to deliver results whilst having a good work life balance. Our hybrid working model allows for up to 60% of your working time to be carried out from home. At least 40% of your working time will be spent working in person.Our selection processPlease click the 'apply now' button to