Information Governance Officer

Location: Wakefield (Hybrid Working) Rate: 13.69 per hour PAYE Contract: Until 9 August 2026, with potential to become permanent Hours: Full Time Lynx Employment Services are recruiting for an experienced Information Governance Officer to join a busy Corporate Information Governance Team. This role will play a key part in ensuring compliance with information governance legislation, policies and procedures, supporting the management of Freedom of Information requests, Data Protection matters, Subject Access Requests and records management activities. Key Responsibilities Process and respond to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests and Data Subject Access Requests (SARs). Undertake complex redaction of sensitive and confidential information using electronic redaction systems. Support compliance with Data Protection legislation and information governance requirements. Assist with information security investigations and data protection enquiries. Maintain accurate records management and archive systems. Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to obtain and review information. Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of accuracy and discretion. Produce reports, management information and administrative support for the Information Governance Team. Essential Requirements Previous experience handling Freedom of Information requests and Data Protection matters. Experience processing ..... full job details .....