Information Access Assistant

Information Access Officer

Manchester City Centre

Hybrid working, min 1 days per week in the office

Full-time, 35 hours per week

On-going temporary contract which could lead to a permanent opportunity

17.04 per hour

Office Angels are currently recruiting for an Information Access Assistant to join our client based in Manchester City Centre.

Duties will include:

• Respond accurately and on time to information requests in line with legal requirements.
• Gather, review and manage information from systems
• Apply disclosure exemptions correctly and maintain clear case records
• Manage and prioritise a varied caseload to meet deadlines
• Work with colleagues and respond professionally to internal and external queries
• Provide advice on information access
• Contribute positively to team work, meetings and process improvements
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required

We are looking for candidates with:

• Strong administrative skills and knowledge of data protection and information access under the Freedom of Information Act 2000
• Understand GDPR and data protection
• Experience of relevant software and advanced Excel
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal and confidence dealing with people including senior figures
• Able to demonstrate initiative and sound judgement in making appropriate decisions
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Great organisational ability and attention to detail

Additional Requirements:

• A standard criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service is required

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Work/life balance
• 30 day's holiday allowance + bank holidays after 12 weeks on assignment!

If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please apply now or call the branch on (phone number removed) if you have any queries. Due to the high volume of CV's we are currently receiving we are unable to reply to each application. If you have not heard from us within 5 days then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Office Angels is an equal opportunity employer

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.