Senior Information Governance Analyst

Senior Information Governance Analyst

Reports to: Governance and Assurance Manager

Role Overview:

The post-holder will also deputise for the Governance and Assurance Manager, including fulfilling the statutory Data Protection Officer role.

Key Benefits:

• Professional Growth: Enhance your career by working in a dynamic regulatory environment, gaining exposure to complex information governance challenges.
• Leadership Opportunities: Develop your leadership skills by deputising for senior roles and supervising team members.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the Council’s mission by ensuring compliance with data protection and information governance standards.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with senior staff and external counterparts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Information Requests: Lead and coordinate responses to Freedom of Information Act and data protection requests, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.
• Procurement Advice: Provide expert advice on data protection and information security requirements in procurement activities, including due diligence on suppliers.
• Deputising Roles: Act as the Data Protection Officer and Governance and Assurance Manager when required, maintaining statutory responsibilities and supervising team members.
• Complex Analysis: Undertake comprehensive information governance analysis, develop policies, and provide advice on data protection, records management, and information security.
• Training and Development: Develop and facilitate training sessions, create intranet content, and promote good practice across the organisation.
• Incident Response: Manage breaches and incidents, conduct investigations, and recommend improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Policy Development: Collaborate with IT colleagues to develop policies for technology and information security improvements.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Significant experience in applying data protection legislation within an information governance role.
• Proven track record in handling Freedom of Information and data protection requests, preferably in a health or regulatory environment.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to summarise findings and provide clear recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the capability to deliver under pressure and meet statutory deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and see the bigger picture in organisational strategy.
• Recognised data protection qualification.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience, education, or training in pharmacy or healthcare.
• Familiarity with diversity and equality policies relevant to the role.

This role is ideal for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of information governance. Join a forward-thinking organisation and play a crucial part in upholding the highest standards of data protection and information security.