General Medical Council

About the Company

We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK.

Contact us - https://www.gmc-uk.org/contact-us

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Company Name

General Medical Council

Job Title

Information Access Officer (2 year fixed term contract)

Job Description

**Job title** Information Access Officer (Fixed‑Term, 2 Years) **Role Summary** Provide expert handling of Freedom of Information Act 2000 and General Data Protection Regulation requests, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and GMC policy. Deliver accurate, timely responses, manage complex case files, and collaborate across the organisation to obtain required information. **Expectations** - Apply FOIA, Data Protection Act 2018, and GMC policy accurately and consistently. - Communicate clearly, concisely, and confidently with internal stakeholders and requesters. - Work constructively within a team and across departments. - Maintain meticulous records and adhere to statutory timelines. - Demonstrate professional judgment on exemption applicability and information disclosure. **Key Responsibilities** - Receive, triage, and process FOIA and subject‑access requests from start to completion. - Locate requested information within electronic and hard‑copy records. - Review complex case files, assess content for exemptions, and compile compliant responses. - Draft written correspondence that reflects policy, legislation, and best practice. - Collaborate with colleague teams to gather required information and resolve queries. - Ensure all responses meet statutory deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and preserve evidence. - Monitor changes to legislation and policy; update procedures and provide staff guidance. - Support training and quality assurance initiatives for information‑access processes. **Required Skills** - In‑depth knowledge of FOIA 2000, GDPR 2018, UK data‑protection legislation, and information‑disclosure rules. - Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and sound judgment in exemption decisions. - Excellent written and verbal communication, including drafting precise and concise replies. - Proficiency with document management systems and basic office software. - Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and maintain stakeholder relationships. - Time‑management skill to meet multiple statutory deadlines. **Required Education & Certifications** - A degree or equivalent experience in law, public administration, information management, or related field. - Proven experience handling FOIA, subject‑access, or data‑protection requests. - (Optional) Professional training or certification in data protection or information governance.

Manchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

23-02-2026

Company Name

General Medical Council

Job Title

Internship Opportunities 2026

Job Description

**Job Title** Intern – General Medical Council (Summer 2026) **Role Summary** A six‑week, fixed‑term internship at the General Medical Council (GMC) located in Manchester, with hybrid working (office and home). The program offers exposure to the work of the UK’s largest healthcare regulator, including regulation of doctors, physician associates, and anaesthesia associates. **Expectations** - Be in the final two years of a university degree (any discipline) or hold an equivalent qualification. - Demonstrate genuine interest in healthcare regulation and career development. - Show enthusiasm, adaptability, and a willingness to learn. - Work effectively in a team and collaborate with colleagues at various levels of responsibility. **Key Responsibilities** - Support regulatory projects and administrative tasks across GMC departments. - Assist in data collection, documentation, and reporting related to professional standards. - Participate in meetings, briefing sessions, and stakeholder interactions. - Contribute to research and analysis activities that inform GMC policy and oversight. - Engage in learning activities to understand governance, assessment, and public confidence measures. **Required Skills** - Strong written and verbal communication. - Teamwork and collaboration. - Basic research and analytical skills. - Time‑management and organisational ability. - Proficiency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools). - Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly. **Required Education & Certifications** - Current enrolment in the final two years of a university degree or equivalent qualification. - No specific certifications required. ---

Manchester, United kingdom

On site

Junior

09-03-2026