Job Description

Details

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Reference number

421465

Salary

36,650
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Higher Executive Officer
UKRI Grade D

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

UKRI - Governance, Assurance, Risk and Information

Type of role

Risk Management

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Number of jobs available

1

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid Working)

About the job

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Job summary

Salary:

36,650

Hours:

Full Time / Part Time (Min 0.8 FTE)

Contract Type:

Open Ended

Location:

Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid Working)

Grade:

D

Closing Date

: Sunday 31st August 2025


The Information Governance Group supports UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in meeting its statutory responsibilities under data protection, freedom of information and environmental information regulations legislation.


The successful candidate will work with Senior Information Rights Managers to deliver timely, high-quality responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests or data protection subject rights requests.


They will provide day-to-day case handling for information rights requests and will be responsible for the initial assessment of requests, gathering information and assessment of any exemptions that may apply.


They will be the first point of contact with the requester and relevant business areas and they will also support the embedding of good information governance across UKRI. The role requires an in-depth understanding of both freedom of information legislation and data protection legislation.


They will ensure strong linkages between the Information Governance Group and UKRI councils and business areas.

Job description

Respond to data subject rights requests and supporting Senior Information Rights Managers in handling complex requests. Respond to FOI and EIR requests and supporting the Senior Information Rights Managers in handling complex requests. Determine whether material requested is exempt from disclosure, applying the public interest test where appropriate. Work with Senior Information Rights Managers to ensure compliance with legislation. Keep up to date with best practice and developments in data protection legislation and freedom of information legislation, sharing with the team as necessary. Provide support to data protection team in responding to general enquiries and incidents when required. Provide input to the regular update of policies and procedures.

Person specification

(S) - Shortlisting Criteria (I) - Interview Criteria (S & I) - Shortlisting and Interview Criteria


Essential

Demonstrable experience working with information rights legislation in a complex organisation (S) Understanding of freedom of information and data protection legislation (I) Proven ability to interpret legislation and guidance relating to information rights requests, apply knowledge to make decisions on the release of information and the application of exemptions effectively (I) Effective communication skills (S & I) Strong team working skills with the ability to network beyond the core team and consult subject matter experts and other stakeholders (S & I) Ability to formulate and offer clear advice to colleagues and stakeholders on information rights, legal, regulatory and policy issues (I) Effective written skills and attention to detail (S & I) Ability to multi-task, prioritise own work load and work proactively (S & I) Flexible approach to working, to meet changing business priorities and meet targets and deadlines (S & I) Proficiency in IT skills (Office 365 and redaction software) (S) Demonstrable analytical, research and problem-solving skills (I)

Candidates selected for interview will be expected to complete a written test exercise as part of the interview process.

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 36,650, UK Research and Innovation contributes 10,617 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package! We are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning! A list of benefits below;

An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme 30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent) Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice Flexible working options

Please click here for more details on the https://www.discover.ukri.org/benefits-of-working-at-ukri/index.html

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

For more information on how to apply and to view the full job description please click apply and visit our careers page.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Recruitment Team Email : Recruitment@ukri.org
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Recruitment team

Email : Recruitment@ukri.org

Further information

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