Senior Information Governance Officer (Compliance) - 12 month maternity cover
Grade K - £38,220 to £40,777 (pro rata)
Stockton-on-Tees (Agile - home or office)
Up to 22.2 hours per week (3 days) - offering flexibility to choose your hours and working pattern, subject to business requirements.
Closing date: 5 July 2026 (we anticipate a high level of interest and may close the advert early, so dont delay in applying)
Interview date: Tuesday 14 July 2026
Shape compliance. Influence practice. Work your way.
Looking for a senior role that works around your life, not the other way round?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing Information Governance team in a role that offers genuine flexibility, making it ideal for parents, carers or anyone looking for balance without compromising impact.
Youll lead on complex data protection work and influence services at an organisational level, while working in a supportive, welcoming team that values development and progression.
Why this role stands out
- Agile working - work from home or from our modern Stockton offices
- Flexibility to support family life and caring responsibilities
- Senior, influential role with real impact
- Strong focus on development, progression and continuous learning
Your day-to-day
- Leading responses to complex data protection requests
- Providing expert advice across the Council
- Investigating data breaches and liaising with the ICO
- Delivering DPIAs and developing data sharing agreements
- Supporting audit, training and service improvement
- Deputising for the Information Governance Manager
A team that develops you
Over the last year and a half, I have developed significantly within the team… building confidence and continuing to progress in my role.
Jude, Information Governance Support Officer
What were looking for
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
- Substantial experience in Information Governance and Data Protection
- Ability to manage complex issues and influence services
- Experience of driving service improvement
- Strong communication and stakeholder skills
What youll get
- Flexible working that works around you
- Generous annual leave
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Health and wellbeing support
- Discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
Interested?
For an informal discussion, contact:
Gemma Jackson, Information Governance Manager
01642 526177
Please note that were unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.
Important Applicant Guidance
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Application Updates and Communication: All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from
[email protected] to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the My Messages section of your account.
Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Councils statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Council Principles: The Councils recruitment principles require fairness, transparency and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.
Limitations: Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employees visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
