Information and Records Manager

Job details

Location: London

Capability: Technology & Engineering

Experience Level: Manager

Type: Full Time

Service Line: EWT (excl. PE & Ops)

Contract type: Permanent

Job description

Base Location: Hybrid/London based plus network of 20 offices nationally: www.kpmg88careers.co.uk/experienced-professional/#LeBlender.OfficeLocations

The KPMG EWT function is a cornerstone of our business. We do work that matters to our local business and communities – supporting technical innovation and adoption of cutting-edge solutions across the UK. Working on complex engagements in enterprise technology this team is responsible for the delivery of cutting-edge technical solutions and trusted to get it right first time.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why join KPMG EWT as an Information and Records Manager?

The Chief Data Office is responsible for KPMGs Enterprise Data Strategy. The team reports into the Chief Digital Officer and sits within Enterprise-Wide Technology (EWT).

The strategic pillars of the CDO are:

• Managing the firm’s data risk
• Building the firm’s data architecture
• Creating trusted data
• Enabling the firm through data innovation

To deliver on managing the firm’s data risk, the Chief Data Office has assumed responsibility for the records management framework for the firm. We are also leading a 3-year initiative to remediate legacy data which is beyond its retention period.

As we are operating both BAU and transformation, there is an enduring requirement for an experienced Information and Records Manager within the team.

The role will report into the Head of Information Governance and in addition to BAU will support as required on remediation and transformation programmes, providing subject matter expertise.

What will you be doing?

• Understand stakeholder requirements to provide information lifecycle implementation advice to both operational and technical colleagues.
• Input to the creation of best practice guidance and be the subject matter expert for queries on Information and Records management topics.
• Promote good Information and Records management practice and standards across the firm.
• Contribute to the development, maintenance and communication of the UK firm’s Information and Records management policy controls.
• Support the maintenance of the firm’s Records Retention Schedule to reflect the legal, regulatory and business requirements of the firm.
• Contribute to best practice guidance and adoption advice for the firm’s document management systems.

What will you need to do it?

• A postgraduate qualification in Archives and Records Management, or similar subject specialist study preferable.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of Information and Records management.
• Expert working knowledge of Information and Records management standards (ISO 15489, ISO 30301, BS1008).
• Expert knowledge of core Information and Records management concepts and a current understanding of professional practice and issues relating to Information and Records management.
• Working knowledge of information security standards (e.g. ISF Standard of Good Practice for Information Security, ISO 27001).
• Understanding of risk management.
• Understanding of privacy requirements (including GDPR).
• Ability to communicate clearly and simply, both verbally and in writing.

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras:

• Experience of leading and inspiring others, providing guidance, mentoring, and planning.
• Ability to deal with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels, in a confident and assured manner.

To discuss this or wider Consulting roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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Why Technology & Engineering at KPMG?

Technology is at the heart of what we do and part of the very DNA of our business. That’s why we’ve invested in a single powerful team of connected technologists. 1,500 specialists, creating a step change in the way we work. Broader, deeper expertise, which is delivered to our clients faster than ever. Our connected solutions stretch across a range of specialisms too. From technology transformation, cyber and risk management through to security operations, data and analytics, automation, powered apps and Cloud. This is an opportunity to join a team that combines the entrepreneurial spirit and imagination of a start-up with the resources only a global network can provide. We’re committed to simplified structures and are investing in workplace tools that enable us to collaborate and innovate whether you’re working at home, in our office or at client sites.