Information Governance and Risk Manager
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £56,258 to £63,080 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | Winchester, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Hampshire County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HCC623355 |
Summary
Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.
As a forward thinking Information Governance and Risk Manager, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary service ensuring statutory compliance and strong risk and business continuity oversight across Adults’ Health & Care and Children’s Services.
You’ll manage teams covering Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Data Protection, Information Governance, Records Management and Risk/Business Continuity, while playing a key role in the extended senior management team. You’ll work closely with Directorate Management Teams and the corporate centre, providing vital support as the directorates navigate Local Government Reorganisation.
What you’ll do:
• Lead on Information Governance compliance - Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIAs), data sharing, data incident investigation, SARs, FOIs, records management, DSP Toolkit and related statutory returns.
• Have oversight of Directorate-wide Risk and Business Continuity including relevant corporate risks, service risk assurance, 90+ Business Continuity Plans and scenario testing using the Meridian business continuity system.
• Drive data quality and governance improvements in social care record systems, working closely with stakeholders and corporate groups.
What we’re looking for:
• A collaborative leader with management experience in Information Governance, within public sector or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks including GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI Act and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) requirements.
• A solid understanding of risk management, assurance processes and business continuity.
• Awareness of key health and social care legislation.
• Understanding of how legal duties shape data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding, ensuring compliant and effective service delivery.
• A pragmatic problem solver with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work constructively across a wide range of services and professional groups.
Why join us:
• Be part of an innovative Shared Services function with strategic influence across two high-profile directorates.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, professional development, and innovative thinking.
• 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.
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: Information Governance Manager, Information Governance Lead, Data Governance Manager, Risk and Compliance Manager, Governance Risk and Compliance Manager, Information Security and Governance Manager, Records and Information Governance Manager
As a forward thinking Information Governance and Risk Manager, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary service ensuring statutory compliance and strong risk and business continuity oversight across Adults’ Health & Care and Children’s Services.
You’ll manage teams covering Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Data Protection, Information Governance, Records Management and Risk/Business Continuity, while playing a key role in the extended senior management team. You’ll work closely with Directorate Management Teams and the corporate centre, providing vital support as the directorates navigate Local Government Reorganisation.
What you’ll do:
• Lead on Information Governance compliance - Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIAs), data sharing, data incident investigation, SARs, FOIs, records management, DSP Toolkit and related statutory returns.
• Have oversight of Directorate-wide Risk and Business Continuity including relevant corporate risks, service risk assurance, 90+ Business Continuity Plans and scenario testing using the Meridian business continuity system.
• Drive data quality and governance improvements in social care record systems, working closely with stakeholders and corporate groups.
What we’re looking for:
• A collaborative leader with management experience in Information Governance, within public sector or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks including GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI Act and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) requirements.
• A solid understanding of risk management, assurance processes and business continuity.
• Awareness of key health and social care legislation.
• Understanding of how legal duties shape data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding, ensuring compliant and effective service delivery.
• A pragmatic problem solver with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work constructively across a wide range of services and professional groups.
Why join us:
• Be part of an innovative Shared Services function with strategic influence across two high-profile directorates.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, professional development, and innovative thinking.
• 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.
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: Information Governance Manager, Information Governance Lead, Data Governance Manager, Risk and Compliance Manager, Governance Risk and Compliance Manager, Information Security and Governance Manager, Records and Information Governance Manager
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