Disclosure Officer

Job Description:

Disclosure Officer

Leicestershire (Local Authority role)

Initial 3-6 month contract

Rate: Negotiable, indicate rate sought (Umbrella co)

37 hours per week

Hybrid working

• Knowledge and experience of CPIA Code of Practice which includes experience as a disclosure officer.
• Working with Legal Process Officer throughout the investigation to ensure all reasonable lines of enquiry are identified and disclosure issues raised alongside the investigation
• Working independently using an electronic case management system to assess material for disclosure and record findings.
• Attend reviews with OIC and SIO thereby able to demonstrate good communication skills
• Signing off appropriate documentation and ensuring that case files have been assessed completely for disclosure
• Responsible to the Team Leader and raising any concerns and reporting to Legal Process Officer any issues with disclosure that may affect the legal proceedings at the earliest opportunity.
• Ability to work methodically and meticulously to ensure accuracy and LCC’s requirement to fulfil the legal responsibilities