Information Governance Manager

Working as part of the Governance and Legal Office under the leadership of the Senior University Lawyer, the Information Governance Manager will be responsible for a range of duties relating to data protection and freedom of information. The post holder will be responsible for advising the Chief Operating Officer & University Secretary in discharging their role as Data Protection Officer for the University, as well as acting as Freedom of Information Officer, undertaking all duties as required under the relevant legislation and University policies.

The post holder will be the internal and external point of contact for issues relating to data protection and freedom of information and will be required to provide advice and guidance to a broad range of stakeholders. The post holder will provide support, advice and guidance to ensure that the University is compliant with its legal obligations in these areas, that appropriate training is completed, and efficient policies and procedures are in place.

The post holder will also be responsible for co-ordinating the work of the Admissions Referral Board, which considers University applicants who have declared relevant criminal convictions.