Group Information Governance Manager
Job summary
This role forms part of the wider Information Governance (IG) team, supporting both Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust and The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be responsible for providing senior and strategic information governance subject matter expertise and will be responsible for the operational management and delivery of the Information Governance function for both Trusts.
The Group Information Governance Manager will be responsible for work that is highly complex in nature and will have involvement from a range of organisations, services, stakeholders at a regional and national level.
Working closely with the Group Head of Information Governance, the role will support compliance with all relevant legislation and ensuring effective implementation of IG strategy and translating strategic direction into operational delivery. This will include deputising for the Group Head of IG where necessary, including in the provision of Data Protection Officer duties.
Main duties of the job
1. Strategic Support & Policy Implementation 2. Information Governance & Risk Management 3. Assurance, Compliance & Regulation 4. Advisory & Communication 5. Cross-Organisational Working 6. Leadership & Management 7. Analytical & Judgement Responsibilities 8. Planning & Organisational Responsibilities 9. Responsibility for Information Resources
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow. We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people. Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are.
They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community. Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Person Specification
Experience Essential oDemonstrable experience working in Information Governance / Data Protection within a complex organisation oExperience of managing IG processes such as DPIAs, breaches, FOI and SARs oExperience of contributing to IG strategy implementation oExperience of managing or supervising staff Desirable oExperience of working across organisational boundaries or partnerships Qualifications Essential oDegree or equivalent experience in Information Governance, Data Protection, or related field oEvidence of specialist IG knowledge or relevant professional qualification (e.g.
BCS/ISEB, equivalent experience) oEvidence of continuing professional development in IG / Data Protection Desirable oPostgraduate qualification or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential oDetailed knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, DUAA 2025, FOI Act 2000 and Caldicott principles oKnowledge of NHS Information Governance frameworks and DSPT requirements oAbility to interpret legislation and apply it to operational scenarios Managment Essential oExperience of managing or supervising staff oAbility to lead operational service delivery oAbility to support delivery of organisational objectives
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
