Information Governance Officer - Belfast

Job Description

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation with the recruitment of a Information Governance Officer to join their team based in Belfast.

This is a Full-Time Monday - Friday position. 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday 9 - 5.

Salary

£26,530 per annum, plus benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as first point of contact for subject access and third-party information requests (e.g. police, solicitors).
  • Ensure timely and lawful handling of personal data requests under relevant legislation.
  • Support with FOI and EIR requests.
  • Handle sensitive enquiries including court orders.
  • Provide administrative and audit support to the wider department.
  • Maintain accurate records and produce performance statistics.
  • Ensure proper disposal of confidential waste.
  • Assist with training, policy implementation, and team meetings.
  • Support internal compliance reviews and data security toolkits.

Essential Criteria

  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Experience communicating with third parties.
  • Understanding of data protection laws (e.g. GDPR).

  • One of the following:

    • HNC/HND in admin field + 1 year relevant experience (Band 3 or above).

    • 4 GCSEs incl. English & Maths + 2 years admin experience (1 year at Band 3+).

    • 3 years admin experience (1 year at Band 3+).

Desirable Criteria

  • Familiarity with FOI Act 2000.
  • Understanding of Data Protection Act 2018 & GDPR compliance.

For further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.