Senior Information Governance AnalystLocation: Canary Wharf, LondonReports to: Governance and Assurance ManagerRole Overview:Step into a pivotal role as a Senior Information Governance Analyst, where your expertise will ensure the Council adheres to information rights legislation. This position offers a unique chance to shape and maintain the governance framework, policies, and procedures essential for the Council to function as an effective, proportionate regulator. The post-holder will also deputise for the Governance and Assurance Manager, including fulfilling the statutory Data Protection Officer role.Key Benefits:

Professional Growth: Enhance your career by working in a dynamic regulatory environment, gaining exposure to complex information governance challenges.
Leadership Opportunities: Develop your leadership skills by deputising for senior roles and supervising team members.
Impactful Work: Contribute to the Council’s mission by ensuring compliance with data protection and information governance standards.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with senior staff and external counterparts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

Information Requests: Lead and coordinate responses to Freedom of Information Act and data protection requests, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.
Procurement Advice: Provide expert advice on data protection and information security requirements in procurement activities, including due diligence on suppliers.
Deputising Roles: Act as the Data Protection Officer and Governance and Assurance Manager when required, maintaining statutory responsibilities and supervising team members.
Complex Analysis: Undertake comprehensive information governance analysis, develop policies, and provide advice on data protection, records management, and information security.
Training and Development: Develop and facilitate training sessions, create intranet content, and promote good practice across the organisation.
Incident Response: Manage breaches and incidents, conduct investigations, and recommend improvements to prevent recurrence.
Policy Development: Collaborate with IT colleagues to develop policies for technology and information security improvements.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Significant experience in applying data protection legislation within an information governance role.
Proven track record in handling Freedom of Information and data protection requests, preferably in a health or regulatory environment.
Strong research skills, with the ability to summarise findings and provide clear recommendations.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
Exceptional organisational skills, with the capability to deliver under pressure and meet statutory deadlines.
High attention to detail and accuracy, with a collaborative approach.
Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and see the bigger picture in organisational strategy.
Recognised data protection qualification.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Experience, education, or training in pharmacy or healthcare.
Familiarity with diversity and equality policies relevant to the role.

This role is ideal for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of information governance. Join a forward-thinking organisation and play a crucial part in upholding the highest standards of data protection and information security.