Records management adviser

Records management advisers create and manage systems for filing and tracking an organisation's documents and records.

Also known as

Information adviser, records coordinator, records centre adviser, document controller, electronic document and records management systems adviser, records administrator, administration records officer

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices and storage sites
  • Need to be accurate, organised and methodical

Salary information

MOST COMMON
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$50K-$134K 50000

Typical tasks

  • Manage electronic and paper records systems
  • Write operational documents
  • Maintain information technology standards
  • Oversee legal compliance
  • Improve computer and information security
  • Use old and new technology
  • Digitise paper records
  • Collect data from electronic sources
  • Prepare data for analysis

Outlook

Records management is changing as organisations move towards digital-first systems, cloud storage and automated information management. In New Zealand, increasing focus on privacy, cybersecurity, compliance and information governance is influencing how records are created, stored and accessed. Internationally, advances in artificial intelligence and digital archiving technologies are helping organisations manage growing volumes of information more effectively.

What employers and industry want in graduates

  • Strong organisation and information management skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements
  • Confidence using digital records systems
  • Analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Clear written and verbal communication

AUT programmes

The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.

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