M365 Information Governance Specialist
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Remote with some travel to London |
| Area | Uk-wide, UK |
| Sector | Digital Tech: Data |
| Salary | £675 Per Day |
| Start Date | April 30th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Priyanka Dubey |
| Job Ref | 7444-PSR1JP00099942 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DBS/DS |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for an M365 Information Governance Specialist to join them on a 12 month contract. This position will be based remotely with some travel to London.
Job Summary:
These roles will work on an M365 programme of work that seeks to implement technical controls to minimise information and security risk. The candidates must have a solid understanding of information and records management, and how key principles such as ISO15489 translates into modern, digital tools such as those included in the M365 stack.
- Act as a subject matter expert on information controls within M365, from discovery and design through to implementation and assurance in managing the corporate record in M365.
- Lead the design of information lifecycle mechanisms, including retention and record labelling strategies, aligned to MoJ policy, legislative requirements and risk appetite.
- Define information governance requirements for M365 apps (e.g. SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive), translating policy and records management needs into clear, implementable designs for tech colleagues.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deliver a revised M365 culture, improving user behaviours through training, engagement and key educational resources.
- Identify information risk, gaps and edge cases (e.g. exclusions, complex retention scenarios) and escalate appropriately through governance and assurance routes.
- Contribute to the development of supporting policy and guidance to embed sustainable information governance in M365.
- Engage with programme boards and stakeholder forums to provide assurance and expert advice on information management decisions.
- Strong knowledge of information and records management principles, including ISO15489.
- Expertise in applying information governance controls within M365.
- Public Sector experience, predominantly with records management experience.
- Experience designing information lifecycle models, including retention and labelling strategies.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
Disability Confident:
As a member of the disability confident scheme, the Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
Armed Forces Covenant:
As a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, the Client guarantees to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
- Act as a subject matter expert on information controls within M365, from discovery and design through to implementation and assurance in managing the corporate record in M365.
