Information Governance Lawyer

Service Care Solutions is working in partnership with a growing local authority, based in Berkshire, which is looking to recruit an experienced Information Governance Lawyer to join its Legal & Information Governance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced non-qualified or qualified legal professional with strong information governance expertise to join a forward-thinking local authority.
 
Role: Information Governance Lawyer
Location: Wokingham / Hybrid
Umbrella Rate: £35 - £60 per (experienced paralegal to qualified solicitor)
PAYE Inc. Rate: £30.57 - £52.30
 
Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert Information Governance and legal advice to senior leaders, officers and members on complex, high-risk and sensitive matters.
• Independently managing a varied caseload, advising on legal and policy developments, governance matters, committees and reports, while maintaining high professional standards.
• Supporting service improvement, staff development and cross-team collaboration, including coaching colleagues and deputising for senior legal leaders when required.

Key Requirements:

• Be a qualified Solicitor; experienced Information Governance Officer (minimum 5 years’ recent experience); unqualified Lawyer/Legal Executive (CILEX); or senior Paralegal with strong Information Governance experience.
• Strong recent experience in Information Governance law within a public sector setting.
• A sound understanding of the legislative, regulatory and financial framework.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working.
• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Flexible hours.

If this Information Governance Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
 
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation may be worth up to £200.