Information Governance Officer

Company: University of Exeter Ladies Hockey Club
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Information Governance Officer

This full-time post is available from 15th September on a permanent basis.

The starting salary will be from £33,951 on Grade E subject to knowledge, skills and experience.

This role will be on a hybrid contract, with some time on campus and some time working from home.

Responsibilities

  • Join a busy team across all areas of the University to meet regulatory requirements and promote Information Governance best practice.
  • Perform vital IG services such as FOI responses, SAR requests and DPIA.
  • Handle internal and external requests with a focus on Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests.
  • Support compliance requirements, identify and manage risks, and provide assurance on the compliance position.
  • Use Microsoft tools such as SharePoint to support IG functions.

Qualifications

  • Excellent knowledge and experience in the application of the Data Protection Act.
  • Experience handling Freedom of Information requests.
  • Experience supporting DPIAs and Subject Access Requests.
  • Experience using Microsoft tools such as SharePoint.
  • Highly motivated, process driven with strong attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn new skills.

Benefits

  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • Leading parental leave initiatives.
  • Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays).
  • Competitive pension contributions.
  • Genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues.
  • Sustainability and the environment at the heart of what we do.

Contact

Please contact Kate Lindsell, Assistant Director Assurance, Compliance and Risk at K.lindsell@exeter.ac.uk.

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Posted: July 14th, 2026