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Great British Nuclear (GBN) is a new government arm's length body supporting the delivery of Britain's energy security and net zero, making sure that we can power Britain from Britain sustainably. It has been set up to turn nuclear ambition into reality. This is an exciting and critical time to bring your experience and expertise to GBN. Are you an expert in data protection and information governance? The Information Governance Lead is responsible for ensuring that the organisation complies with regulatory and legal frameworks related to data privacy, information management, and security. You will liaise with key stakeholders, ensuring that data governance practices are integrated into business processes, and be responsible for mitigating any risks associated with information handling. You will work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer and the Head of Digital to ensure all of our digital platforms balance information and data risk, with system usability. Accountabilities & Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain the organisation's information governance framework, including data protection, information governance, privacy policies, and records management.
- Ensure the organisation is fully compliant with GDPR, relevant ISO standards, the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation.
- Identify and evaluate risks related to data privacy, good information governance, and data usage.
- Implement mitigation strategies to ensure risks are minimised and managed appropriately.
- Engage with GBN departments such as Legal, IT, and HR to ensure governance measures are incorporated into everyday business processes and built into all new starter inductions.
- Manage the response to data breaches or privacy incidents, ensuring appropriate investigations, containment, and reporting to relevant regulatory bodies.
- Oversee regular audits of information governance processes, identify areas for improvement, and provide regular compliance reports to senior leadership.
- Establish and maintain a robust data governance framework, including data classification, retention, and quality standards.
- Design and deliver training programmes on information governance, data protection, and privacy to ensure staff across the organisation understand their responsibilities and the importance of compliance.
- Work with GBN legal to provide the in-depth investigation of Freedom of Information Act enquiries and Subject Access data requests.
- Support GBN subsidiaries and Development Companies in their formation stages with appropriate policy and process support, ensure effective hand over as these business develop their own capabilities.
- Measure the success of the information governance program and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to demonstrate the impact on organisational performance.
- Manage the budget and resources effectively to ensure efficient implementation of information governance strategies.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required: - Strong understanding of UK data protection laws, including the GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
- Proven experience in information governance and data protection, or compliance roles.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data protection frameworks and information governance implementation in digital infrastructure.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cultural change within the organisation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Familiarity with information governance technologies and platforms, including content management systems, collaboration tools, and learning management systems.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Information Governance, Law, Data Management, or a related field or demonstrable professional experience.
- Professional certifications in data protection (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) or information security (e.g., ISO 27001) are desirable.
Please complete our short application form to apply for this role. If shortlisted, one of our Talent Attraction Leads will be in touch to discuss the position in more detail. Good luck with your application! At GBN, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. If you require any support or adjustments to help you with your application, please contact us at , and we will be happy to provide assistance  |
