Information Governance Manager
Location: Dudley
Salary: £400-450 Per Day
Division: Corporate Information Governance
Are you an experienced data protection and information governance professional seeking your next strategic leadership opportunity? Dudley Council is looking for a dynamic Information Governance Manager to lead and develop our corporate approach to information management, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and security across all council operations.
About the Role
As the Information Governance Manager, you will take responsibility for the development and delivery of the Council's Information Governance strategy. You will work closely with senior management, elected members, and service areas to ensure that the Council's use of information complies with all relevant legislation, including the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
You will act as the Council's principal adviser on data protection and information governance matters, developing policies, leading on complex issues, and supporting continuous improvement across all directorates.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage and develop the Council's Information Governance Framework, policies, and procedures.
Provide expert advice and guidance to senior leaders, elected members, and colleagues on data protection and privacy compliance.
Manage and monitor data protection compliance across all departments, including breach management, DPIAs, and subject access requests.
Build and maintain an effective data protection programme, ensuring best practice is embedded throughout the organisation.
Oversee performance, reporting, and quality assurance processes within the Information Governance function.
Support corporate projects and transformation programmes through strong information governance oversight.
Promote awareness, training, and cultural change to strengthen information management standards across the Council.
About You
You'll bring substantial experience of leading corporate information governance or data protection strategies, ideally within a large public sector or similar environment. You'll have an in-depth understanding of data protection law and be adept at translating complex legislation into practical guidance.
You will also demonstrate:
Proven experience advising senior management on strategic information governance matters.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication and influencing abilities, both written and verbal.
The ability to manage competing priorities, deliver to deadlines, and work collaboratively across teams.
Qualifications required:
Degree-level education (or equivalent).
Professional qualification in Data Protection (ISEB/BCS or equivalent).
Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
