Senior Information Governance Officer (Information Security & Complian

Wakefield \(WF1\) \| Hybrid Working\n £16.62 per hour\n19 May 2026 – 9 August 2026\n\nLynx Employment Services are recruiting for a Senior Information Governance Officer (Information Security & Compliance) to support a local authority's Corporate Information Governance Team.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Information Governance professional with strong knowledge of Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Information Security, Records Management, Information Sharing and GDPR compliance.\n\n### Key Responsibilities\n\nLead on the investigation and management of information security incidents and data breaches.\n\nProvide advice and guidance on GDPR compliance, Information Security and Data Protection matters.\n\nSupport the development and review of Information Governance policies, procedures and compliance frameworks.\n\nAssist with Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) and Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs).\n\nDevelop and review Information Sharing Agreements with partner organisations.\n\nMonitor compliance, undertake audits and produce management information reports.\n\nLiaise with internal departments, external agencies and members of the public on information governance matters.\n### Requirements\n\nExperience within an Information Governance, Data Protection or Information Security environment.\nKnowledge of:\n * Freedom of Information legislation\n * UK GDPR and Data Protection legislation\n * Information Security principles\n * Records Management\n * Information Sharing protocols\n * Caldicott Principles\nStrong analytical, organisational and communication skills.\nAbility to manage competing priorities and work to statutory deadlines.\nDegree-level education or equivalent experience desirable.\n### What We Offer\n\nHybrid and flexible working arrangements.\nOpportunity to work within a professional Information Governance team.\nValuable local government experience.\nCompetitive hourly rate.\n\nTo apply, please send your CV to Lynx Employment Services or contact our team for further information