Trainee Information Governance Officer

Salary: £26,403 to £28,598 (plus 3% performance‑related pay) per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Location: York, North Yorkshire

We're looking for a Trainee Information Governance Officer to join our expanding team. This role represents an excellent opportunity to train for a professional career in the public sector. You will assist in the delivery of high‑quality services to our clients and undertake training to become a public‑sector information governance specialist. A full medical questionnaire and DBS check are required.

• Assist in the delivery of information governance services to local authority and school clients.
• Support training and development to become a specialist in information governance.
• Contribute to risk management and compliance initiatives.
• Attend client meetings and training events as required.

Veritau provides assurance services to local authorities, schools and other public‑sector clients, helping them to operate effectively, mitigate risks and comply with laws and regulations. Our main services include internal audit, counter‑fraud, information governance and risk management. We are owned by our member councils, so our work sits at the heart of the public sector.

• Generous pension scheme membership.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days after five years of service).
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options.

Flexible – you can work from any of our offices or adopt a hybrid working approach. You may be required to attend our offices for meetings and training events, visit client offices or other premises, and undertake other client‑related activities. During induction, you will be expected to work in one of our main offices for a number of days to support training and learning.

For more information, please contact Max Thomas on  or email

• Closing Date:
  Sunday 22nd March 2026.
• Interviews:
  Week commencing Monday 20th April 2026.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions, and therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.