Information Rights Officer

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District CouncilsAddress: Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BXSalary: 32,578 - 37,563 per annum (pro rata for part time)Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per weekContract: PermanentThis role is open to full time, part time, and job share applications, all of which will be assessed equally.Join our teamWe are looking for an Information Rights Officer to join our ICT, Programmes and Information Governance Team.If you share our values and you are motivated to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities, we would love to hear from you.About the TeamThe ICT, Programmes and Information Governance team is a multidisciplinary team responsible for the management and delivery of the organisation’s ICT services and programme governance, as well as helping to maintain data protection compliance under UK GDPR and The Data Protection Act 2018.About the roleIn this role, you will work closely with, and report to, the Information Governance Officer (IGO). Responsibilities will include:co-ordination of responses to Freedom of Information and Environmental Information Regulations requestshandling of all aspects of Data Subject Access Requests including the redaction of third-party databeing the first point of contact for internal and external customers in respect to all aspects of data rights handling.You will be an essential part of our delivery of Information Governance services and our ability to ensure full compliance with UK GDPR and The Data Protection Act 2018.You will help maintain information governance records to support compliance and promote good practice around data handling across the organisation. You will have the opportunity to support the wider team in key IT projects and change management programmes.About youWe are looking for an experienced administrative professional, with excellent attention to detail and an eagerness to support organisational development.To be successful, you will:have experience of working within a complex administrative, compliance, governance, legal, ICT or information governance environmentpossess experience in administering processes that are governed by legislation, regulation, policy or statutory timescalespay particular attention to detail to support the maintenance of accurate records, databases, registers or case management systemshave experience of working with confidential and sensitive informationdisplay effective communication skills and ability to communicate complex information and advice to stakeholders at all levelspossess experience of working with competing and tight deadlines and managing these using organisational skillshave strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.ideally have a working knowledge of Local Government and related regulations informing information governance and data protectionbe able to analyse and handle confidential information, monitor risks and identify potential non-compliancebe educated to at least A-level or equivalent standardpossess, or be willing to work towards, an Information Governance, Data Protection or Records Management qualification.This role requires a basic DBS check.About usAt Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils we are passionate about building communities that people want to live, work, visit and invest in.We serve around 200,000 residents across our two districts and are well known for our collaboration and partnership working across public, private and voluntary sectors.We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work, with:60 conservation areastwo National Landscapesmany picturesque market townsIt is no surprise we are ranked among the top 50 places to live in the UK (United Kingdom).BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years).Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs.Private Health Care Options.Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.Paid volunteering days.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting).Great learning and development opportunities.For more information, visit our Employee Benefits page.Our ways of workingWe believe work is what we do, not just where we go.We work in a hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business need permitting).

Our hybrid working arrangements support flexibility and collaboration, helping our teams to thrive.We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, providing opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible services for our residents.For more informationTo find out more about this role, please contact Andrew Harley, Information Governance Officer by email: andrew.harley@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.ukPlease read the Job Description and Person Specification.pdf before applying for this job opportunity.Closing date: 5 pm, 28 October 2026.Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. How to applyPlease ensure your: application form is fully completed, including employment and education historysupporting statement clearly addresses how you meet the criteria in the Person SpecificationThis authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.How to applyStep 1 - read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (JD and PS).Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement templateStep 3 - complete the online application and upload your statement.Your statement needs to indicate how you meet the criteria in the ‘Person specification ’ section of the (JD and PS)Your statement should:Be no more than 2 sides of A4use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted)be uploaded on your online application, as without this, your interest will not be progressed.Full timePosting Date: 2026-10-07