Job Description

Posted 2 weeks ago

EPR Programme Information Governance Lead (Contract)

We are recruiting an EPR Programme Information Governance Lead to support a major NHS Electronic Patient Record (EPR) programme. This is a senior, hands-on role focused on ensuring Information Governance, Data Protection and GDPR compliance across the design, implementation and adoption of a large-scale clinical system.

You will act as the programme-level IG and Data Protection subject matter expert, working closely with senior stakeholders to embed data protection by design and by default throughout the EPR lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead Information Governance activity across EPR design, testing, implementation and adoption

* Own and deliver Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

* Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, DSPT, Caldicott Principles

* Provide expert advice on data sharing agreements, data processing contracts and IG policies

* Act as the primary contact for data protection matters within the EPR programme

* Liaise with regulators including the ICO where required

* Report IG risks and compliance to senior programme and board-level stakeholders

* Support and manage additional IG resources as needed

Essential Experience:

* Strong background in Information Governance or Data Protection within the NHS or healthcare

* Experience supporting EPR / EHR or large clinical system programmes

* Hands-on delivery of DPIAs and DSPT

* Excellent stakeholder management skills, including senior leadership engagement

* Deep knowledge of UK GDPR and healthcare information law

Contract Details:

* Contract role, hybrid working

* Initial 6 months

* Competitive day rate

Apply now if you are an experienced Information Governance Lead with proven NHS EPR programme experience