Senior Information Records & Archives Officer at City Council

Vacancy for Senior Information Records & Archives Officer at City of Edinburgh Council

1 April 2026

Edinburgh, Scotland

£46,023 - £54,476 per year

Full-Time

This post will lead and coordinate the effective delivery of the Council's archives and records management function, supporting the continuous development and implementation of a consistent, robust, Council-wide multidisciplinary information governance framework of policies, procedures, training and guidance.

Through this framework, as well as via project work and bespoke advice and support, they will help ensure that the Council meets its statutory obligations under public records legislation, including associated codes of practice and professional record-keeping standards.

You won't do this alone, being the senior officer in a 10+ strong Records & Archives Team. You will support colleagues with expert advice, triage issues, and deputise for the Council's Information Asset Manager.

You will serve as the senior lead for the Council's Records & Archives Team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive policies, processes, and standards, working with a wider team to ensure compliance with Scotland's public records legislation.

You will manage archival collections and public access, including a preservation program and disaster preparedness, and oversee the Council's statutory Records Management Plan and its records retention schedules.