Information Officer

Information Officer - 2 Months - Inside IR35 - Glasgow or Dundee

Day Rate - Up to GBP210

Harvey Nash's public sector client is currently looking to recruit an Information Officer to join their team based In the Glasgow or Dundee for an initial 2 month period.

Main Duties:

• Data subject requests - A normal case will consist of triaging before responding by gathering information across the Agency using our systems and key contacts. The majority of these requests are subject access requests, it is absolutely necessary the post holder will have previous experience of undertaking subject access requests. We also action other data subject rights such as the right of erasure, it is important that the post holder has knowledge on these rights.
• Freedom of Information requests - supporting case handlers and other stakeholders, including the executive team, throughout the Agency by providing key advice on what information to release by applying your expert knowledge.
• Disclosures requests - review and respond to requests from law enforcement agencies to ensure information is shared lawfully with them to support their functions.
• They are looking for someone to manage a diverse caseload of the above, analysing complex information against the appropriate legislation - UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and FOISA on a daily basis. A good understanding and previous experience of working with these pieces of legislation is key.
• They need someone to manage our administration of our area including triaging of requests and coordination so attention to detail and management of information is also important.

Essential Criteria:

• Thorough knowledge of the UK GDPR, Freedom of Information Scotland Act and the Data Protection Act.
• Experience of responding to Freedom of Information requests.
• Experience of responding to Data Subject Requests, particularly Subject Access Requests.
• Knowledge of working with Microsoft packages such as Excel, Word, Teams.
• Knowledge of inbox management, case management and triage of work.

This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.