Location: Hybrid working within commutable distance of Guildford
Accountable to: Information Governance Manager/Data Protection Officer
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (5 days)
About Cervus+
Cervus+ are a newly formed professional services organisation created in partnership with the University of Surrey. They aim to be the leading professional services provider to the Higher Education sector with a focus on excellence and value add.
The Role
Cervus+ have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join them as an Information Governance Officer. Reporting to the Information Governance Manager, you will assist the team with ensuring the delivery of a best practice service to their clients.
What are they looking for
The postholder should be able to communicate with people at all levels, operate with high level of attention to detail, and possess some technical skills. The post holder will need to understand aspects of information governance and data protection legislation and to apply these rules to day-to-day tasks.
Responsibility
Manage the day-to-day data subject access requests and Freedom of Information requests on OneTrustManage the day-to-day enquiries internally and externallySupport the Deputy DPO with regards data breaches/incidents in a timely mannerSupport the management of the Information Asset Register (IAR), which is part of the Records of Processing Activity (RoPA)Support the management of asset owners and documentation into OneTrustAssist the DPO and Deputy DPO with Records Management tasks, and advise colleagues on the maintenance of records, electronically and paper.Support teams in complying with the Data Protection Act 2018 principlesProvide reports to DPO and Deputy DPO on DSAR’s and FoI RequestsTo view the full person specification please click here
Interviews are planned for w/c 19th May 2025 but will be confirmed if invited to interview.
To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to ewan.robson@cervusplus.co.uk
Diversity
Cervus+ are committed to being an inclusive and diverse workplace as they recognise that it makes them a more vibrant, robust and successful business. They want to attract and work with people who reflect the diverse nature of their clients and the areas in which they work. They want their people to be valued for their strengths and encouraged to be the best they can be. They are an agile employer and fully embrace flexible working.
Please note this position will be employed by Cervus+ and not directly by the University of Surrey.
Closing Date: 09 May 2025
Area: Professional Services
Salary: £33,000 to £35,000 depending on experience