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Posted 21 July, 2026

Information Governance Officer - Customer Service - Local Authority

Reed
Reading, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Information Governance Officer £14.59 per hourFull-Time (37 hours per week)

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Hybrid working - One day in the office in Reading

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About the Role

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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Information Governance Assistant to join a local authority on a temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an interest in data protection, information governance, and compliance.

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Working closely with the Information Governance Manager, you will provide administrative support to help ensure the Council meets its obligations under UK GDPR, Data Protection legislation, and Transparency Code requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Support the Information Governance Manager with day-to-day information governance activities.
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  • Monitor and maintain the Council’s Transparency Code information on the website.
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  • Assist colleagues across the organisation with basic information governance enquiries.
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  • Liaise with internal departments, external organisations, and regulatory bodies, including the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
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  • Support the preparation, monitoring, and tracking of data protection and UK GDPR requests.
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  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.
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  • Work to statutory deadlines and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
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About You

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  • Previous administrative experience in an office environment.
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  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
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  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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  • The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
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  • Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
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  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
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  • An understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection, or Information Governance principles would be advantageous but is not essential.
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Have expertise and experience?

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APPLY NOW!!

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Alternatively contact Muzna Naqvi at Reed Reading office