Paralegal - Freedom of Information and Data Governance
Harper Adams University, Edgmond Marsh, Telford and Wrekin
Paralegal - Freedom of Information and Data Governance
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Harper Adams University, Edgmond Marsh, Telford and Wrekin
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 28 Oct | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: de3559f627964199995854bc02e580dc
Location ref: Edgmond Marsh, Telford and Wrekin
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Freedom of Information and Data Governance Paralegal to join our Legal Team. This is a 12-month maternity cover position. The role holder will work with the Head of Legal and the University Secretary's Office to ensure that the University complies with the Data Protection Act 2018 (UK GDPR), Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Environment Information Regulations 2004. The appointee will also be expected to:
- Manage and coordinate responses to Freedom of Information requests, collaborating with relevant University departments to gather information necessary for responses
- Provide advice and guidance to all staff on data compliance issues.
- Conduct assessments and audits to ensure data compliance, including identifying opportunities to simplify and streamline processes, staying abreast of developments in data protection laws and regulations.
- Manage Data Subject Access Requests.
- Conduct data impact risk assessments.
- Work closely with the Legal team in respect of data protection issues, including the identification, management, and resolution of personal data breaches., Work closely with relevant University teams to implement and monitor data security measures, including drafting and advising on data sharing agreements.