Information Security Manager

Company: MERJE
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Location: Kent
Job Description:

Job Description

Information Governance Manager

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Location: Kent

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Contract: 6 Month FTC

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Information Governance Manager to join an established organisation operating within the healthcare sector.

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Reporting to the Group Data Protection Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with data protection legislation, strengthening the organisation's information governance framework and promoting a positive data protection culture.

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A major focus of the position will be supporting a data protection modernisation programme, including transferring Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), DPIAs and LIAs onto the OneTrust platform.

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The Role

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As Information Governance Manager, you will:

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  • Lead the modernisation of the RoPA process, transferring it onto the OneTrust platform.
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  • Implement streamlined DPIA and LIA processes, supporting assessments and advising on appropriate mitigation strategies.
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  • Develop, review and update information governance and data protection procedures and guidance.
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  • Ensure projects embed data protection by design and by default.
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  • Provide training and guidance on data protection and information governance matters.
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  • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure data handling processes comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
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  • Support third-party supplier security and compliance assessments and help identify areas for security improvement.
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  • Provide advice and challenge around data protection legislation and cyber security.
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  • Support the Group DPO with audits to assess compliance with information governance policies and procedures.
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About You

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Ideally, you will have:

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  • Extensive experience within an Information Governance role within the healthcare environment
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  • A deep understanding of NHS Information Governance and Caldicott principles.
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  • Strong knowledge of GDPR, ISO 27001 and PCI DSS requirements.
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  • Experience supporting information governance programmes, including risk management activities.
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  • Experience of third-party audit and compliance management.
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  • A Data Protection qualification such as GDPR Practitioner Certification would be desirable.
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  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
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  • A methodical, thorough and highly organised approach.
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  • The ability to work calmly and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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Posted: September 5th, 2026