Administrative Officer
Posting date: | 20 August 2025 |
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Salary: | £27,780 to £30,564 per year |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 26 August 2025 |
Location: | Winchester, Hampshire |
Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
Company: | Hampshire County Council |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | HCC621967 |
Summary
Joining our Shared Services Subject Access Request Team, as an Administrative Officer, you’ll be passionate about data protection and support both Adults’ Health & Care and Children’s Services. In this vital role you’ll be responsible for supporting responses to requests for personal information from individuals and partner organisations, securely and in line with legal requirements.
What you’ll do:
• Communicate sensitively with individuals and organisations regarding Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Collate and combine electronic and paper records from various sources.
• Acknowledge and validate SARs, manage a shared mailbox, and request additional details when needed.
• Respond to Police requests for personal information, including identifying and disclosing relevant records.
• Maintain accurate records and stay up to date with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What we’re looking for:
• Strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, and bespoke IT systems.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
Why join us:
• Enjoy a supportive team working environment that provides professional development opportunities.
• Gain valuable experience in data protection and public service.
• Work in a role that makes a real difference to individuals and communities.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other roles you may have experience of may include: Administrative Assistant, Administrative Support, Administrative Coordinator, Secretary, Administrative Specialist, Business Support, Office Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Administration, Administrator
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