Information Governance and Risk Manager

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC623355

Salary Range: £56,285 - £63,080 per annum

Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Interview Date: w/c 9 March 2026

The Role:

Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

As a forward thinking Information Governance and Risk Manager, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary service ensuring statutory compliance and strong risk and business continuity oversight across Adults’ Health & Care and Children’s Services.

You’ll manage teams covering Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Data Protection, Information Governance, Records Management and Risk/Business Continuity, while playing a key role in the extended senior management team. You’ll work closely with Directorate Management Teams and the corporate centre, providing vital support as the directorates navigate Local Government Reorganisation.

What you’ll do:

• Lead on Information Governance compliance - Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIAs), data sharing, data incident investigation, SARs, FOIs, records management, DSP Toolkit and related statutory returns.


• Have oversight of Directorate-wide Risk and Business Continuity including relevant corporate risks, service risk assurance, 90+ Business Continuity Plans and scenario testing using the Meridian business continuity system.


• Drive data quality and governance improvements in social care record systems, working closely with stakeholders and corporate groups.

What we’re looking for:

• A collaborative leader with management experience in Information Governance, within public sector or regulated environments.


• Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks including GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI Act and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) requirements. 


• A solid understanding of risk management, assurance processes and business continuity. 


• Awareness of key health and social care legislation. 


• Understanding of how legal duties shape data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding, ensuring compliant and effective service delivery.


• A pragmatic problem solver with excellent stakeholder management skills. 


• Ability to work constructively across a wide range of services and professional groups. 

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Information Governance and Risk Manager role, team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

Why join us?

• Be part of an innovative Shared Services function with strategic influence across two high-profile directorates.


• Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, professional development, and innovative thinking.


• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. 


• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.   

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Information Governance Manager, Information Governance Lead, Data Governance Manager, Risk and Compliance Manager, Governance Risk and Compliance Manager, Information Security and Governance Manager, Records and Information Governance Manager 

Travel Requirements:

You may be required to visit other locations within Hampshire, and therefore need to have the ability to travel, as necessary.

Additional Information:

Information Governance and Risk Manager Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact [email protected]
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Phil Bowden, Head of AHC & CSD Shared Services on [email protected]