Head of Information Governance
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Legal
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- £62000 - £70000 per annum + great hours and flexibility
- Posted
- 17 Sep 2018
- Closes
- 15 Oct 2018
- Ref
- 13952284/001
- Contact
- Kayleigh Mckee
- Job Title
- Head of Department
- Practice Area
- Charities, Data Protection
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
support the Director of Legal and other key stakeholders in ensuring compliance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and other legal and best practice requirements relating to data protection and information governance
Client Details
Well known not-for-profit organisation
Description
The Head of Information Governance will be responsible for:
- Running Information Governance activities
- Building an effective working relationship with the legal team, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and best practice including the GDPR, the DPA, PECR and e-commerce regulations
- Playing a key role in delivery of the Data Programme, working with stakeholders across the organisation
- Leading the Information Governance team in London
- Specialist advice on IG best practice and legislation
- Attending Board meetings to represent the legal team as Head of Information Governance
- Advising the DPO on relevant breaches and activity
- Conducting DPIAs
Profile
Industry recognised qualifications in information governance- e. ISEB Data Protection, Certified International Privacy Professional or equivalent experience
* Sound understanding of confidentiality and data protection legislation, including GDPR, the DPA 2018, and PECR
* Sound understanding of information security frameworks
* An understanding of best practice in the field of data protection and information sharing, particularly with regard to fundraising practices and health and social care data. -
* Experience of developing, overseeing and managing information governance work programmes and policies
* Experience of providing information governance, including data protection and records management, advice and guidance to colleagues
* Excellent and engaging written and oral communication skills
* Experience of working in a similar role within a national organisation
* Strong leadership experience, gained through senior manager roles in a relevant filed
* Proven ability to motivate, inspire and develop teams to deliver high performance
* Experience of working in the charity sector preferred
Job Offer
Salary flexible for outstanding candidate
34 hour working week, including an early finish on Fridays