Job reference REQ00000018595
Date posted 09/07/2025
Application closing date 27/07/2025
Location: KENDAL
Salary: £37,035.00 - £37,938.00
Contract: Permanent, Full time (37 hours per week)

Job description

Location: South Lakeland House, Kendal

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

About this opportunity

Are you experienced in handling requests for personal data and interested in improving processes for data access? We are seeking an Information Governance and Disclosure Officer in Legal and Democratic Services.

This role supports the management and response to statutory requests for personal data under UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. You will join a forward-thinking team that values innovation, offering opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and professional development. The role involves supporting the council’s Information Governance Framework.

The position is flexible, combining home and office-based work at various council locations, including Kendal, Penrith, Barrow, and optionally Carlisle.

Who we are looking for

Applicants should have experience in:

• Local authority services (e.g., Social Care, Revenues and Benefits, HR, Enforcement, Licensing)
• Handling complex data requests
• Providing advice to customers and colleagues
• Developing case management systems
• Designing training and communication programs

You should be able to explain legal concepts clearly, work under pressure, and manage priorities effectively. Knowledge of local authority governance and IT skills are essential. A valid driver’s license and ability to travel are required.

What we offer

Benefits include a competitive pension, enhanced leave, and various perks. For more details, visit our Careers site.

Interested in learning more?

See attached documents: Post Specification and Role Profile. For questions or an informal chat, contact Claire Owen at claire.owen@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk.

Application and interview process

Closing date: 27/07/2025
Interview date: 08/08/2025

Interviews may be in-person or virtual. Specific arrangements will be discussed with candidates. We support visa sponsorship for eligible roles; more info at GOV.UK.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture. Disabled applicants meeting the criteria are guaranteed an interview. We also offer guaranteed interviews for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and those in care or care-experienced under 24.