Legal Assistant – Information Governance (Graduate)

About the role

We are looking for a motivated graduate to join our Information Governance team as a Legal Assistant. Based in our modern Rochdale office, you will support a range of public‑sector clients with data protection matters from day one.

Key responsibilities

• Process Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, reviewing and redacting documents as required.
• Draft client correspondence and maintain accurate records of data protection activities.
• Support the wider Data Protection team on day‑to‑day matters and build direct relationships with clients.
• Manage your own workload while adhering to service standards and confidentiality requirements.

Required profile

• Recent graduate or final‑year student, preferably with a law or compliance background (not essential).
• Methodical, detail‑oriented and able to handle confidential information.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Eager to develop a career within a specialist legal environment.

Required skills

• Understanding of data protection principles and the handling of SARs/FOIs.

What we offer

• Salary of £25,000 per annum.
• Modern office with onsite parking, café and early finish on Fridays.
• Clear progression and development opportunities within a Legal 500‑recognised firm.