Records Analyst – Public Inquiries

Grade C - £34,890 (National) or £40,746 (London - for London office based or home-based workers within the boundary of the M25) – There is also an additional homeworking allowance of £600 per annum for those working from home.

Contracted

Hours:

Full time 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Home-based OR office-based, flexiblelocation. Also, hybrid working (3 office days and 2 days a weekfrom home). CQC’s offices are in London, Newcastle,Leeds, Nottingham and Bristol)

Closing date: Wednesday 11 February 2026 m

Make a difference
Every role at CQC contributes to our mission, Ifyou’re looking for a new role in Public Inquiries that gives a truesense of meaning and purpose, then you’ve found it! As a Records Analyst ,you’ll play a vital role in ensuring accurate and transparent evidencedisclosure for major public inquiries, helping CQC uphold accountability andtrust.

Picture this
Imagine being part of a team that ensures the integrity of records forhigh-profile inquiries that shape the future of health and care. Your work will directly support transparency and public confidence. As a Records Analyst in Public Inquiries , you might get the chance to:

• Work on secure e-discovery projects, ensuring timely and accurate document disclosure.

• Lead improvements in CQC’s records lifecycle management to meet GDPR and Public Inquiry requirements.

The role
You’llplay an important part in delivering our mission. In this role, you’ll:

• Manage records: Oversee retention, disclosure, and lifecycle processes for inquiries and investigations.

• Provide expert guidance: Advise teams across CQC on records management and compliance with information legislation.

• Enable secure data sharing: Support e-discovery and facilitate the transfer of sensitive documents to inquiry platforms

Show us
We will belooking for specific skills, knowledge and experience in your application form:

• Experience delivering records management or compliance projects, including retention and disclosure processes.

• Strong knowledge of information legislation (e.g., GDPR, FOI) and how it applies to records management in a public sector setting.

• Ability to present complex technical or legislative information in clear, accessible formats for diverse audiences.

Compliance

To progress your application, you’ll need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without valid right to work you won’t be eligible for the role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Next steps

If you apply, you’ll need to create a profile and complete an online application form.
Your application will be completely anonymous. Please see our information for applicants for more details on the process.
We contact every applicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so you will hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted.

You can read the full details of the role in the Job Description

We encourage potential applicants to reach out for a chat if they have any questions about the role or are unsureabout the role and/ or if they meet the criteria.

If you’d like an informal chat about the role contact – Ross Clark, Public Inquiries Manager at . For general enquiries, please email .

The Benefits
Weoffer a wide range of benefits , including:

• Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation.
• NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution.
• Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!

Please see our benefits page for the full list.

Equity for all
We know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they can cause some people to doubt whether they’re a good fit. This happens more often to people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minority backgrounds).
If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, skills, and experience could…