Records Officer
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Mansfield/ Hybrid |
| Area | Midlands, UK |
| Sector | Central Government |
| Salary | £18 Per Hour |
| Start Date | July 15th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Alexa Becoy |
| Job Ref | 7582-PSR1JP00104265 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DBS/DS |
- Description
- The Client:
A government client is looking for a Records Officer to join them on a 6 month contract. This position will be based in Mansfield/ Hybrid.
Job Summary:
On behalf of then client, we are looking for a Records Officer (Inside IR35) for a 6 month hybrid contract based out of Mansfield, Nottinghamshire.
Please note there is an expectation of a minimum 3 office working days per week and the remainder is worked from home, subject to business needs, days will vary. This will be preceded by a period of training where it will be necessary to attend the office 5 days a week for at least one month.
As a Records Officer, your main responsibilities will be:
- Deliver an efficient records management service, responding to requests and retrieving, tracking and returning physical records, files and maps.
- Conduct accurate and comprehensive records searches to support business operations, customer enquiries and statutory information requests, including FOI and SAR requests.
- Provide expert guidance on electronic document and records management systems, ensuring effective information governance and data quality.
- Manage records retention, disposal and data migration activities, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and organisational requirements
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service and managing service requests, visits, invoices and charges.
- Maintain secure and compliant records storage facilities, overseeing physical record movements, health and safety standards, and continuous process improvements.
Essential:
- Experience in records management, ideally within a government, public sector or regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of information governance, records lifecycle management and data handling best practice.
- Knowledge of data protection principles and experience handling sensitive or confidential information securely.
- Ability to conduct thorough records searches and provide accurate information to support business and customer requirements.
- Proven track record of delivering excellent customer service, responding effectively to requests from a range of stakeholders.
- Experience using electronic document and records management systems (EDRMS) and related information management tools.
- Professional records management qualifications are desirable; however, relevant practical experience is equally valued.
- Exposure to Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Request (SAR) processes would be beneficial but is not essential.
- You must be physically capable of working at heights and with heavy loads to carry out this role.
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.
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.
- Deliver an efficient records management service, responding to requests and retrieving, tracking and returning physical records, files and maps.
