Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Information Governance & Data Lead – Paying between £300 to £500 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Bristol, Hybrid Working, To Start ASAP, 3 to 6 Month Contract
Your new company
You will be working with a leading organisation that is based in Bristol.
Your new role
We are seeking an experienced Information Governance & Data Governance Lead to provide specialist leadership across information governance, data protection, records management and compliance within a large, complex public sector organisation.
This is a key interim role, supporting a small governance team whilst helping the organisation balance statutory obligations with a growing commercial focus. You'll provide expert advice on how information and customer data can be used effectively and responsibly to support membership growth, digital transformation and emerging technologies, including AI.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead information governance, records management and data governance activities across the organisation
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act, FOI, EIR, Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Public Records requirements
- Advise stakeholders on information risk, data sharing, retention, disclosure and governance best practice
- Provide guidance on commercial use of data, contract negotiations, partnership agreements and information sharing arrangements
- Support governance across Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams and OneDrive environments
- Chair governance forums and build strong relationships across HR, Finance, Digital and operational teams
- Develop policies, frameworks and training to improve information management maturity and compliance
- Provide credible advice on the governance implications of new systems, data initiatives and AI adoption
What you'll need to succeed
- Significant experience in Information Governance, Data Governance, Records Management, Data Protection or Knowledge & Information Management (KIM)
- Commercial awareness relating to customer data, membership data, information sharing and contractual arrangements
- Strong understanding of UK GDPR, FOI, EIR, Public Records legislation and information rights
- Proven experience leading governance, compliance or information management improvement programmes
- Experience advising stakeholders on information risk and regulatory compliance
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills
- Experience supporting digital transformation, data platforms or AI-related initiatives
What you need to do now
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