We are currently partnering an established Higher Education institution in the West Midlands, who are looking to appoint a Head of Information Compliance on a permanent basis.
The role offers hybrid working (2-days home working) and a salary in the region of £45,000 to £54,000 per annum.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Managing and ensuring high levels of compliance with GDPR, SAR, FOIA, and other relevant legislation
- Providing high quality advice on GDPR/data protection and FOI compliance, including drafting and negotiating contracts involving the processing of personal data
- Leading on key agreements, such as DPIAs and Data Sharing Agreements
- Continuously improving GDPR and FOIA compliance across the institution including for example, the University’s ROPA, DAR, Data Retention Policy, and related statutory requirements
- Partnering internal departments to advise on records management
- Drafting and developing frameworks, policies, and procedures, and developing training in relation to good practice on data protection and records management
- Line managing, supervising and mentoring 2 direct reports
Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Solicitor, or have strong experience working within Legal Services and answering legal queries
Rewards and Benefits:
- Hybrid working, 2-days a week from home
- 40-days holiday, including Bank Holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Discounted Sports & Fitness facilities
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site nursery provision
Working hours:
- 37.5 hours
- Monday - Friday
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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