Records Manager
Records Manager
In the role, you will play a leading role in developing and improving the records management service, working with colleagues from across Kew to understand the work they do and manage the information that they create and handle, with sustainability underpinning all we do.
You will deliver a high-quality records management service, assisting staff to manage their paper and electronic records, and ensure this is aligned with the corporate sustainability strategy. You will create records management guidance and policy, and deliver a corporate training programme. Working with staff, you will bring their records into Kew’s Registry and Archive systems, via advocacy, training and appraisal of paper records. You will also manage the enquiry service for our paper modern records.
You will take the lead on the records management components of the implementation of SharePoint, helping Kew to meet its legal obligations and sustainability targets. You will work with staff to appraise legacy electronic records. You will lead the Information Champions network, collaborate with IT on records management in M365, and develop and maintain retention schedules.
This varied role includes line management of the Records Assistant and is an excellent development opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to take the next step in their career.
More details
We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:
* A wealth of experience in a professional role in a relevant area, such as records or information management
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop relationships with all levels of stakeholders
* Good influencing and negotiating skills, and the ability to engage with all levels of staff and deliver records management training
* Knowledge of information governance legislation, standards and best practice
* Experience, or strong understanding, of appraisal of records/archives
* Experience of managing electronic records and documents in a platform such as SharePoint, or demonstrable understanding of the principles of this
This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.
We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.
Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.
The salary for this position is £41,747 per annum [Band D]
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
No agencies please.