Information and Privacy adviser
The Information and Privacy Adviser supports the Maritime and Coastguard Agency by managing requests for information and ensuring compliance with data protection laws. Day to day, you will log, assess, and respond to requests made under freedom of information and data protection legislation, while helping to record and investigate personal data breaches. You will work closely with the Data Protection team and the wider agency to provide independent advice and guidance on information rights and risk management. This role helps the agency maintain lawful and transparent information practices across all of its operations.
What they're looking for
- Understanding of freedom of information and data protection laws
- Experience in an information access, legal, or compliance team
- Passed or studying for the Freedom of Information Practitioner Certificate
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with colleagues at all levels
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to UK nationals, Irish citizens, Commonwealth citizens, EU and Swiss nationals with settled status, and Turkish nationals.
Selection process
Sift takes place on 29 and 30 October 2026. Interviews will take place online via Microsoft Teams the week commencing 16 November 2026.
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