Head of IG & Data Protection Officer
Location
London
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£82,462 Per Annum
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a significant role in the senior leadership and operational management of Information Governance and medical records services across two of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in London. Guy's & St Thomas', with over 23,000 dedicated staff, operates from 5 main hospitals and in the community. This role will provide senior leadership and advice on Information Governance and data protection matters for all Trust services, programmes, and projects. The successful applicant will ensure expert advice and support to policy development, creating and maintaining high-level awareness of the strategic and practical importance of data protection and IG, ensuring compliance with statutory and mandatory obligations.
Experience
Experience leading a privacy-by-design approach, strategically implementing and utilising Data Protection Risk Assessments (DPIAs). Experience operating within a risk-first environment, understanding and utilising risks to drive change and innovation. Data Protection Officer (or deputy) level experience within UK Healthcare.
About you
Highly developed leadership and influencing skills with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with a track record in writing complex business cases and policies.
Qualifications
Qualifications in Information Governance / Data Protection. Experience of working within an NHS Foundation Trust is desirable.