OverviewSenior Information Governance Officer role at Surrey County Council, based at Victoria Gate, Woking. Hybrid working available. Salary starting at £36,873 per annum for a 36-hour week. Three new officers to join the Information Governance Team, with one part-time position at 18 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Reading and redacting information

Acting as a point of contact for internal and external clients

Answering queries from internal and external stakeholders, providing timely, clear and effective advice

Using electronic document and case management systems with an understanding of confidentiality

Your Application – Skills and Experience

Excellent time management skills; ability to manage own caseload and meet legislative deadlines

Knowledge of redaction and disclosure within relevant legislation

Ability to work flexibly within the Information Governance team to meet service needs

Meticulous attention to detail when handling highly sensitive, confidential data

Excellent communication skills with stakeholders across departments and external agencies

Awareness of Data Protection and Information Governance (e.g., GDPR)

Our Offer to You

26 days'' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years, and 31 days after 5 years of service

Option to buy up to 10 additional days of annual leave

Local government salary-related pension

Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year

Paternity, adoption and dependents leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing

Learning and development hub with resources

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping)

Chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives

About the RoleThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a newly formed Information Governance Team created as part of the Organisation Redesign Programme. The role focuses on data access, use and management to support high-quality services. The team operates across Surrey, with hybrid working and opportunities to influence data practices, including preparations for local government reorganisation. You will collaborate with technical specialists and support over 10,000 staff and residents across Surrey.

What You’ll DoHelp shape innovative ways of working and embed new processes. Work with colleagues in the office and remotely to support information governance across the Council.

Timeline and LocationJob advert closes at 23:59 on 5 October 2025. Interviews planned for the week commencing 13 October 2025. Interviews will take place at Victoria Gate in Woking.

ContactFor questions about the role, including flexible working requests or transferable skills, please contact Charlotte Strugnell by e-mail.

Application DetailsTo apply, click the apply online button below. A basic DBS check is required for this role (previously CRB).

Location and Job TypeWoking, Surrey, United Kingdom — Permanent, Part-time options available (including 18 hours per week) and hybrid working.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR): Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation with terms carried to new unitary councils in 2027.

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