FOI Manager

Davidson ·www.davidsonwp.com

Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary AUD 150,000 - 163,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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About the Role

The Manager, FOI and Information Release leads the organisation's Freedom of Information (FOI) and information release function, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, governance requirements, and organisational policies. The role provides strategic legal advice, oversees complex information requests, drives continuous improvement, and leads a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the FOI and information release function, including subpoenas and government requests.
  • Oversee the end-to-end management of FOI requests and ensure legislative compliance.
  • Provide legal and strategic advice on FOI and information governance matters.
  • Manage complex, sensitive, and high-profile information requests, reviews, and appeals.
  • Maintain statutory reporting and support regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and improve information release processes, policies, and systems.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead, coach, and develop team members while supporting workforce planning and performance.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Extensive experience leading FOI and information release functions.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Law or a related discipline.
  • Eligibility to hold a Legal Practising Certificate in Australia.
  • Experience managing complex FOI matters, reviews, and appeals.
  • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Knowledge of information governance and records management.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver strategic improvements and operational outcomes



Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Krunal Patel on Krunal.Patel@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -082026-43995. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com

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Who is hiring for the FOI Manager role?
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Where is the FOI Manager job located?
The FOI Manager role with Davidson is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the FOI Manager role pay?
Davidson lists the FOI Manager role at AUD 150,000–163,000 per year.
Is the FOI Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Davidson.
What experience level is the FOI Manager role?
The FOI Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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