About the Role:
One of my local government clienst is in their search for a Legal Compliance Officer with a strong background in data protection and information governance.
This is a fantastic part-time opportunity for an experienced professional to support a busy Legal Services department in ensuring compliance with a wide range of statutory requirements and internal policies, particularly around Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), Subject Access Requests (SARs), and GDPR.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Manage and respond to FOI and EIR requests on behalf of the Council.
*
Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) in accordance with GDPR and DPA 2018.
*
Oversee internal and third-party personal data sharing processes.
*
Support compliance with the Council’s LEXCEL accreditation.
*
Process and monitor legal invoices in line with Council procedures.
*
Provide guidance and support to other departments on FOI and data protection matters.
What We’re Looking For:
*
Experience handling FOI, SARs, and data sharing under GDPR.
*
Knowledge of relevant legislation: DPA 2018, GDPR, FOIA 2000, EIR 2004.
*
A proactive and organised individual, confident in managing statutory deadlines and liaising across departments.
*
Experience supporting Lexcel compliance or working within a regulated legal services environment is highly desirable.
If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd