Job Description
Information Governance Lead
The General Chiropractic Council (GCC) provides a regulatory framework for chiropractors and ensures the safety of patients undergoing chiropractic treatment in the UK.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an Information Governance Lead to join our Corporate Services team, supporting the organisation to meet its statutory and non-statutory responsibilities across information governance, data protection, and risk management.
This is a varied and impactful role where you will coordinate key governance processes, support compliance, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure robust systems, records, and reporting are in place.
You will play a key role in maintaining effective governance, supporting risk management activity, and ensuring timely and compliant responses to information requests.
A full job description is included for a comprehensive understanding of the role, but a summary of the key responsibilities is as follows:
- To manage and coordinate FOI requests, Subject Access Requests, and corporate complaints
- To maintain and monitor risk registers and support risk reporting
- To support information governance, compliance, and data protection processes
- To oversee records management and document retention practices
- To support the review and maintenance of corporate policies
- To maintain accurate governance records and reporting for audit purposes
- To support cyber security and business continuity arrangements
- To build effective working relationships across the organisation
Our Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with experience in information governance, compliance, or administrative support within a structured or regulated environment.
The following skillset and experience will be essential for success in this role:
- Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
- At least two years' experience within an information governance, data protection, records management and/or compliance framework - preferably in a regulatory, membership or healthcare environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Experience managing multiple workstreams and competing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including SharePoint
- Experience using case or document management systems
- Ability to take accurate minutes and track actions effectively
- A methodical and analytical approach to work
Our Offer:
- Salary of £39,000 per annum
- Full-time role
- Hybrid working (typically 1-2 days per week in the London office, SE11)
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Generous 10% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance (3x annual salary)
- Additional benefits including season ticket loan, cycle scheme, professional fees, and eye tests
Our Values & Culture:
We value togetherness, achievement, accountability and integrity. You will thrive in our environment by working collaboratively, supporting colleagues, taking ownership, and contributing to continuous improvement.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum two A4 pages) outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
Closing date: 6 April 2026, 23:59.
Interviews: 17 April 2026 (in person at our South London office).
Please note you must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, by emailing and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Equality Statement:
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that a range of voices strengthens our organisation, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with our commitment to a fair and inclusive recruitment process.
