Information Governance Officer

Your new role
We are currently working with a Social Housing provider who are seeking an experienced and proactive Information Governance Officer to join their team on an interim basis. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor across the organisation, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation while supporting the effective management and security of information assets.Working closely with the Head of Information Governance, you will play a key role in managing data subject rights, overseeing information security incidents, maintaining governance frameworks, and driving a culture of best practice across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for managing Data Subject Rights requests, including Subject Access Requests (SARs), ensuring they are accurately logged, verified and completed within statutory timescales, while also supporting the coordination of Social Tenants Access to Information requests in line with legislative and regulatory requirements. It involves maintaining up-to-date Information Governance policies and procedures, supporting audits and compliance reviews such as PCI assessments, and staying informed of emerging legislation to ensure organisational adherence. The post holder will manage the full life cycle of information security incidents-from logging and triage through to investigation, documentation and resolution-while maintaining the Information Security Risk Register and supporting the strategic handling of incidents. Acting as a subject expert, you will provide expert guidance across teams to ensure compliance with data protection frameworks, alongside analysing trends and producing reports on governance and security activities. It also includes designing and delivering training programmes to promote a strong culture of compliance, contributing to organisation-wide Information Governance projects, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting the implementation of new processes, tools and guidance. Additionally, the role provides leadership support by deputising for the Data Protection Officer when required and assisting with internal and external communications related to information governance.
What you need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection legislation, and Information Governance frameworks, alongside proven experience managing Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other information rights requests. You will bring expertise in information security incident management, risk assessment, and compliance monitoring, combined with excellent analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail. As a confident communicator, you will be comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation, providing clear and practical advice. You will be highly organised, proactive, and driven to promote continuous improvement and a culture of compliance, with a genuine passion for ensuring the safe and effective management of information.
What you get in return
You will be paid a competitive hourly rate of £22.42 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) and have a secure long-term role with a reputable company. As a Hays contractor, you will have a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout the recruitment process as well as whilst you are at work. You will be given access to our training platform, where you can assign yourself to free online training to enhance your own skills.
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