Information Rights Officer

Are you an organised and detail-focused administrator with experience handling sensitive information, records management, data protection, or information governance processes?I am recruiting for a Records and Information Rights Officer to join a busy Digital, Data and Technology function for a public sector organisation based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing administrative accuracy with investigative work, ensuring information is managed appropriately, and statutory deadlines are met.In this varied role, you'll support records management activities across the organisation, assist with information rights requests, maintain information governance systems, and help promote best practice in records and data management.
Key Responsibilities

Support the creation, organisation and classification of digital and physical records
Process and respond to information rights requests, including Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests
Investigate, research and analyse information to support informed decision-making
Maintain records retention and disposal schedules, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
Support digitisation projects and quality assurance of scanned records
Provide guidance and assistance to colleagues on records management processes and systems
Monitor records management activity through reporting and performance data
Assist with system updates, testing, user guidance and process improvements
Deliver or support training sessions on records management and information governance
Promote best practice across teams and contribute to the continuous improvement of information management processesWhat I'm Looking For

Experience in records management, information governance, data protection, compliance, archives, information rights, or a similar administrative environment
Understanding of records retention, review and disposal processes
Knowledge of GDPR, the Data Protection Act and information management principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and investigative abilities with sound judgement
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines
Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels
Proficiency across Microsoft Office applicationsIdeal Backgrounds

Records Management
Information Governance
Data Protection
FOI Administration
Subject Access Requests
Compliance Administration
Archives and Document Management
Public Sector Administration
Information RightsWhat's on Offer

Opportunity to work within a highly regulated and information-sensitive environment
Varied workload combining administration, investigation and stakeholder engagement
Exposure to records management, information governance and data protection activities
Collaborative and supportive team environment
12 month stable temporary contract
Hourly rate of £14.93ph + holiday pay
Hybrid working! If you're highly organised, enjoy working with information and regulations, and take pride in delivering accurate work within deadlines, I'd love to hear from you.

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