Data Governance Officer

Job description and duties

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The Role: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Data Governance Officer to play a key role in supporting the College's commitment to data protection, information governance, transparency, and compliance. Reporting to the Group Director of Data Governance & Compliance, you will help ensure the organisation meets its statutory obligations under UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Freedom of Information Act. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in data protection, information governance, compliance, or public sector administration who enjoys working across teams, providing expert guidance, and helping to foster a culture of accountability and best practice. Key Responsibilities: Lead the administration and coordination of Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other information rights requests. Manage and coordinate Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales. Provide advice and guidance to managers and staff on data protection legislation, compliance requirements, and best practice. Support the investigation, management, and reporting of data breaches and information security incidents. Maintain data protection records, governance registers, and records of processing activities. Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy risk assessments. Monitor organisational compl

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