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Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application. This range is provided by Practicus. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from Practicus Recruitment Manager @ Practicus - Life Sciences | Executive Search Head of Business Information Strategic Leadership Opportunity Bishopsgate, City of London (2-3 days a week) Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for data, privacy, and performance intelligence? Were seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Business Information to lead a multi-functional, high-impact portfolio covering data protection, records management, FOI, evidential property, and operational systems like the Police National Computer and Database. This is a senior leadership role within our Information Management Services Directorate, reporting to the Director of Information. Youll oversee a team of 24, manage a 1m budget, and drive the development of an intelligence-led, efficient, and fully compliant force-wide approach to business information strategy. Youll be responsible for shaping the way data is governed, accessed, and protected across the Force - playing a key role in public trust, operational insight, and legal compliance. This is not a back-office support role. It's an influential leadership position working with Chief Officers, the City of London Corporation, and national policing partners to ensure information management is strategic, secure, and future-focused. What You'll Lead Privacy & Compliance: Operational leadership of GDPR, DPA, FOIA, and disclosure functions Records & Property: Force-wide delivery of records management and evidential property systems Strategic Intelligence: Reporting, KPIs, and performance analytics to inform operational and executive decision-making System Optimisation: Centralising business systems and data workflows to improve efficiencies Governance & Engagement: Representing the force at local, regional, and national boards including Police Committee and IT Subcommittee Budget Oversight: Managing a significant operational budget and team across multiple functions What Youll Bring A proven record of strategic leadership in complex public sector environments (e.g., police, NHS, local authority) Strong operational experience managing data privacy, FOI, information governance, and compliance Expertise in performance management, analytics, and delivering service improvement through data Ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate at senior leadership level Excellent programme/project management capabilities, including risk, change, and people leadership Strong working knowledge of legislation: FOIA, GDPR, DPA 2018, PACE, Human Rights, and National Policing standards Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing high-performing managers Why Join? This is a rare opportunity to shape how information powers modern policing from citizen access and operational insight to national compliance. Strategic Exposure: Work with Chief Officers, City of London Corporation, and national partners High Impact: Your work will influence key operational and public-facing outcomes Development: Access to leading training and L&D resources Stability & Benefits: Civil Service pension and hybrid working Innovation & Change: Be a key voice in digital transformation, performance intelligence, and process improvement Desirable Qualifications BCS Practitioner or equivalent in Data Protection, FOIA, or Information Security Degree or professional qualification in an information, business, or compliance-related subject Experience with reporting platforms, analytics tools, or CRM systems Background in change management and digital optimisation Whats Next? Were reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a structured panel interview with presentation. If you're ready to lead, influence, and improve how the Force handles its most critical asset information - then we want to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Help us protect, optimise, and lead the future of business information in policing. Seniority level Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type Employment typeFull-time Job function Job functionPublic Relations IndustriesPublic Relations and Communications Services, Law Enforcement, and Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Practicus by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Head of Information Services roles. 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