Information Governance & Compliance Officer

Morgan Hunt are currently working with a Leading Not-for-Profit Organisation in their search for a permanent Information Governance & Compliance Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to play a senior role within a dedicated Data Protection and Compliance team, ensuring best practice and supporting the organisation's mission through high-quality advice and guidance.



In this varied role, you will act as a senior member of the team, providing advice and guidance on information governance and data protection matters, while quality assuring the work of colleagues. You will be involved in project and programme activity, including supporting the implementation of new technology platforms, and will lead on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and other compliance processes. You will also provide practical support and training to staff at all levels, ensuring the organisation remains compliant with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and other relevant legislation.



Given the nature of the organisation's work, safeguarding and children's data protection will be central to your role. You will bring expertise in applying the ICO's Children's Code and sector-specific marketing guidance, ensuring personal data is processed in a way that upholds children's rights and meets strict compliance standards. You will also play an important part in reviewing sensitive disclosure requests, handling complex data rights cases, and embedding a culture of safeguarding and accountability across the organisation.



The successful candidate will have strong experience in data protection, information governance and compliance. You will bring a detailed knowledge of wider data protection policy and be confident advising on complex matters, with the ability to support both business-as-usual and project-based work. Experience in the charity sector or with data protection relating to children will be highly advantageous. A proactive, organised and collaborative professional, you will be able to work with stakeholders across the organisation and contribute to the continuous improvement of policies and practices.





Job Title: Information Governance & Compliance Officer

Location: Remote/Hybrid (occasional office travel required)

Salary: £34,582 - £36,120 (depending on experience)

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, with flexible working considered





Key Responsibilities

· Act as a senior member of the Data Protection & Compliance team, providing advice and guidance.

· Undertake quality assurance of team outputs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

· Provide organisation-wide advice on data protection and information governance matters.

· Conduct and review Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).

· Contribute to project and programme activity, including supporting updates to technology platforms.

· Support the delivery of training and awareness sessions across the organisation.

· Advise on children's data protection matters, including application of the ICO's Children's Code and related guidance.

· Respond appropriately to sensitive disclosure requests and data subject rights cases.

· Keep up to date with changes in data protection law, safeguarding guidance and best practice, disseminating knowledge as required.



Candidate Profile

· Strong background in data protection, information governance and compliance.

· Experience advising on wider data protection policy and applying legislation in practice.

· Specialist knowledge of data protection relating to children (including ICO guidance) and/or the charity sector.

· Experience supporting projects and programmes on data protection and governance.

· Skilled in conducting and reviewing DPIAs.

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to advise and influence at all levels.

· Well-organised, detail-focused and able to manage competing priorities.



Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior information governance role within a respected not-for-profit organisation. You'll play a key part in embedding best practice, safeguarding children's rights through robust data protection, and ensuring compliance in a high-profile area of work.



If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alfie Robinson at Morgan Hunt on for more information

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.