Head of Information Governance

? � �Act as our Data Protection Officer, ensuring that data protection principles are embedded in the Trust.

? � �Provide leadership and expert advice, support and assurance on information governance laws and practices for our Trust.

? � �Ensure the effective development and implementation of policies and procedures are compliant with all relevant legislation and good practice; you will monitor and report on compliance to the Audit and Risk Committee, the Trust Executive Committee and the Quality �Governance Steering Group.

? � �As a collaborative and collegiate leader, you manage the information governance team, including the information governance officers responsible for data protection and freedom of�information and the disclosures team.

? � �Experience of UK or European data protection law and practice including UK GDPR/GDPR.

? � �Recent experience in an information governance, data security or records management role.

? � �Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with a track record of producing concise and informative reports at the Board level.

? � �An ability to manage time well, prioritise effectively and handle multiple deadlines.�

? � �Previous NHS experience is not essential, but a track record of working at scale, at pace and in a highly regulated organisation is key to this role.�

? � �You will be able to demonstrate and live our UHS Values and share our vision and direction for the team and the Trust in a spirit of collaboration and compassion.

Closing date � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14 April 2024
Shortlist Meeting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �17 April 2024
Teams - Stakeholder Session � � � � � � � � � �22 April 2024
Teams - Final Panel Interview � � � � � � � � � � 26 April 2024 � � � � � � � �

There will be an opportunity to visit the Trust during the appointment process.�

Should you have any queries, please contact Jane McCartney or Chris McTaggart in the Senior Appointment Team on **************@uhs.nhs.uk or ***************@uhs.nhs.uk