Job Description

Post Title:

Information Governance Lead

Salary:

56,513 - 64,780 per year

Hours:

36 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Location:

Hybrid/Livingston with some travel throughout Scotland.

Duration of contract:

One year fixed term

Do you want to help shape how data is used to improve lives in Scotland -- while protecting people's rights and privacy?

The Improvement Service is seeking an experienced Information Governance Lead to join our new SAVVI (Scalable Approach to Vulnerability Via Interoperability) team. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how councils and partners across Scotland share data safely and ethically to identify vulnerable people, tackle child poverty, and deliver early help.

About the role

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You will play a key role in embedding good governance at the heart of this ambitious, innovative programme. Working alongside our Transformation Coach and Technical Lead, you will:

Provide expert advice on the legal and ethical use of data, including GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Digital Economy Act. Help local authorities and partners design data-sharing solutions that are lawful, proportionate, and focused on public benefit. Develop practical tools like DPIA templates, data-sharing agreements, and privacy notices. Facilitate dialogue between legal, governance, and service delivery teams -- building trust and resolving tensions. Support workshops, stakeholder engagement, and learning activities across local and national government. Champion a rights-based, ethical approach to using data for early intervention and better outcomes.

You will also work closely with the Scottish Government, iStandUK, and partners to inform legislative change and ensure that Scotland's experience helps improve the SAVVI model across the UK.


You can learn a bit more about SAVVI here in the 'about SAVVI' section. This includes videos that cover the SAVVI Process, and the SAVVI Data Standards, and the process map.

What we're looking for

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We are seeking a collaborative, solutions-focused professional with:

Excellent working knowledge of data protection law and information governance in a public or private sector context. Experience developing clear, practical documentation for data sharing. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues to non-specialists. A passion for social justice, public benefit, and ethical innovation.

We welcome applicants from a wide range of sectors -- experience in digital transformation or public service improvement is an advantage but not essential.


For more information, download the full job description.

How to apply

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