C1 Information Governance Manager
C1 Information Governance Manager
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Job Description
The Information Governance Manager will lead two dedicated teams responsible for supporting and promoting compliance with key information rights and record management laws:
The UK GDPR
The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002
Environmental Information Regulations 2018
Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011
The Information Rights Team is responsible for advising and supporting Social Security Scotland to comply with its obligations including to promote and deliver individual rights of access to information whether that is personal information environmental information or other information. The Team also has a key role in managing requests for the personal data of our staff and clients from third parties and law enforcement agencies.
The Records management Team is responsible for advising and supporting Social Security Scotland to comply with its obligations including the development and implementation of a robust Records Management Plan agreed with the Keeper of the Records for Scotland.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- To lead on delivering a high quality advice service for Social Security Scotland colleagues on compliance with the relevant laws.
- When necessary to personally advise on the handling of the most complex and novel matters advising colleagues senior staff and ministers as required.
To lead on reporting on performance across the responsibilities meeting any statutory and internal requirements.
To work closely with key stakeholders in Social Security Scotland and the Scottish Government to drive increased compliance and performance.
To support and develop the Information Rights and Records Management Teams team to maintain and building on its role as a centre of expertise in compliance with the key laws.
To develop and maintain a network of internal and external stakeholders to support the ongoing allocation and advice services of the team.
To support other FOI Unit managers and colleagues in the delivery of casework advice improvement training and support activities for colleagues across Scottish Government.
To work collaboratively with colleagues across the division to build resilience and capacity to deliver the divisions key responsibilities.
Qualifications
Qualifications
A qualification in any of the disciplines data protection information rights or records management is desirable.
Success Profiles
We use an assessment framework called Success Profiles which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about how we assess theSuccess Profile elements.
Experience
Expertise in an Information Governance environment in one or more of the key areas of responsibility.
Behaviours
Changing and improving: Level 4
Making effective decisions: Level 4
Leadership: Level 4
Communicating and influencing: Level 4
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here.
How to apply
Apply online you must provide a CV and a Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words). Your CV and Supporting Statement should clearly demonstrate how you meet the experience and behaviours required for the role as outlined in the Success Profile above. Be sure to provide specific examples of work that youve done that showcase your relevant experience.
In the event that we receive a high volume of applications we may conduct an initial sift using the CV and Supporting Statement based on the first Experience criteria. Candidates who successfully pass this initial sift will have their applications fully assessed.
Candidates who are successful at sift stage will be invited to attend an Interview and Assessment. The interview will further assess the experience and behaviours listed in the job advert and the technical assessment will evaluate the technical skills relevant to the role.
Candidates who pass the sift and are invited to the Interview and Assessment stage will receive full details of the skills to be assessed and the assessment methods to be used.
We aim to provide feedback on request. However if we receive a large number of applications it may not be possible for us to provide specific feedback on your application. We will provide feedback on request to candidates who attend an interview/assessment.
Expected Timeline (subject to change)
Sift from Thursday 18th September 2025
Interview w/c 6th October 2025 (subject to change)
Location In person Dundee or Glasgow
Reserve List
In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available a reserve list will be kept for up to 12 months.
About us
Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from allwalks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more aboutwhat we offer.
As part of theUK Civil Servicewe uphold theCivil Service Nationality Rules.
Working pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours perweek and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location which will be either Glasgow or Dundee.If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.
Equality Statement
Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you mayrequire throughout the recruitment process andduring the course of your employment should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you mayrequireassistance with any part of our recruitment process please contact us at
Find out more about our commitment todiversityand how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustmentsfor anyone who needs them.
Further Information
The successful candidate must be able to complete National Security Vetting - Developed Vetting (DV) Levelin addition to the standard BPSS checks. This type of check normally includes meeting a minimum UK residency period as determined by the level of vetting being undertaken which for DV level is 10 years.
Further information about NSV can be found on the UK Government website National security vetting: clearance levels -
This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland or the broader Scottish Government.
Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply onourCareers Website.
ReadourCandidate Guidefor further information on our recruitment and application processes.
The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form please contact the Resourcing Team via
Apply beforeTuesday 16th September @ 23.55
ContactName- David Hamilton
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
