Salary
From £39,186 to £50,512, per annum (Grade JK) Contractual hours
37 Basis
Full Time Package
Fixed term until 15 December 2025 (Maternity cover) Job category/type
Legal Date posted
10/01/2025 Job reference
REQ00000332
Job Overview
Are you an experienced Information Governance professional looking for an exciting new opportunity within a dynamic legal team? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Lawyer - Information Governance to join our Legal and Democratic Services team, reporting to the Principal Lawyer - Information Governance. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a wide range of legal work and make a real impact on the delivery of public services within our local authority.
Key Responsibilities
Providing expert legal advice to Council services on information governance issues Handling complex data protection requests and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation Advising on freedom of information requests and managing appeals to the Information Commissioner Conducting legal research and preparing reports, briefings, and correspondence Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure effective information governance practices
In addition to information governance, you will also be involved in providing legal support in other areas such as contracts drafting and advice and possibly some involvement in employment matters, and participation in the Council's decision-making processes.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: Qualified solicitor or lawyer with relevant post-qualification experience Strong knowledge and expertise in information governance legislation and best practices Experience providing legal advice on data protection and freedom of information Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships Proactive and solution-focused approach to legal issues Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload
Benefits
If you are a motivated and skilled legal professional with a passion for information governance, we would love to hear from you. West Berkshire Council offers an excellent employment package, including: Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance Access to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunities Local government pension scheme Family-friendly policies to support your personal and professional commitments A range of local discounts, offering great savings on shopping, dining, and leisure activities
In addition to the above, you will also benefit from: A salary of up to £50,512 per annum, pro rata for part-time hours A 37-hour working week Annual leave entitlement of 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years
Contact Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dawn Bond on 01635 519289 or email dawn.bond1@westberks.gov.uk.
West Berkshire Council is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We look forward to receiving your application.
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From £39,186 to £50,512, per annum (Grade JK) Contractual hours
37 Basis
Full Time Package
Fixed term until 15 December 2025 (Maternity cover) Job category/type
Legal Date posted
10/01/2025 Job reference
REQ00000332
Job Overview
Are you an experienced Information Governance professional looking for an exciting new opportunity within a dynamic legal team? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Lawyer - Information Governance to join our Legal and Democratic Services team, reporting to the Principal Lawyer - Information Governance. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a wide range of legal work and make a real impact on the delivery of public services within our local authority.
Key Responsibilities
Providing expert legal advice to Council services on information governance issues Handling complex data protection requests and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation Advising on freedom of information requests and managing appeals to the Information Commissioner Conducting legal research and preparing reports, briefings, and correspondence Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure effective information governance practices
In addition to information governance, you will also be involved in providing legal support in other areas such as contracts drafting and advice and possibly some involvement in employment matters, and participation in the Council's decision-making processes.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: Qualified solicitor or lawyer with relevant post-qualification experience Strong knowledge and expertise in information governance legislation and best practices Experience providing legal advice on data protection and freedom of information Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships Proactive and solution-focused approach to legal issues Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload
Benefits
If you are a motivated and skilled legal professional with a passion for information governance, we would love to hear from you. West Berkshire Council offers an excellent employment package, including: Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance Access to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunities Local government pension scheme Family-friendly policies to support your personal and professional commitments A range of local discounts, offering great savings on shopping, dining, and leisure activities
In addition to the above, you will also benefit from: A salary of up to £50,512 per annum, pro rata for part-time hours A 37-hour working week Annual leave entitlement of 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years
Contact Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dawn Bond on 01635 519289 or email dawn.bond1@westberks.gov.uk.
West Berkshire Council is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We look forward to receiving your application.
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