Information Access Manager

Join the London Fire Brigade as an Information Access Manager!

Are you passionate about information access and compliance? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to ensure that policies and procedures are followed meticulously? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About LFB: The London Fire Brigade is one of the largest public sector organisations in London, dedicated to protecting and serving the community. We are looking for an Information Access Manager to join the growing team at LFB to maintain their high standards of information access and compliance. The role is for an initial 6-month contract, full time, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, hybrid work, 2 days based in the office, office is based in Southwark/London Bridge.

Pay rate: £23.85 per hour PAYE or £30.97 per hour Umbrella

Role Overview: As a Information Access Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing information access requests and ensuring the Brigade complies with relevant legislation. You will be responsible for assisting in the disclosure of personal and non-personal data, supporting the Brigade's policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Information Access Management: Oversee and process information access requests in line with the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, and other relevant legislation. Provide advice to staff on handling requests.
• Complaint Resolution: Assist in managing complaints related to information access responses and investigate breaches of legislation within the Brigade.
• Training and Awareness: Identify and manage training needs, communicate best practices, and deliver training programmes to improve compliance with legislative requirements and Brigade policies.
• Data Protection and Publication Scheme: Coordinate amendments and deletions to Data Protection notifications and the Brigade's publication scheme.
• Audit and Inspections: Support internal audits and external inspections to ensure compliance with information access legislation and Brigade policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain contacts with relevant departments and external organisations, sharing best practices and representing the Section/Department at meetings.
• Knowledge Management: Assist in the development and maintenance of knowledge and information systems to support the information access team and provide corporate/management information to officers and members.

If you have experience in second-line support and a passion for information access, apply now for immediate consideration!