Records and Data Retention Officer

Role: Records & Retention Officer Location: Reading (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 – £58,000 Network IT are looking for a Records & Retention Officer, where you will oversee the management, organization, and compliance of both electronic and paper-based records. You'll develop retention policies, enforce compliance with data regulations, and educate staff on effective records management. Key Responsibilities: ✔ Records Management – Oversee electronic & paper-based records, ensuring compliance with retention standards ✔ Retention & Disposal Policies – Develop and enforce retention schedules for IT systems and business records& ✔ Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to GDPR, FOI, and OFWAT regulations ✔ Records System Development – Establish and maintain records management system ✔ Policy Enforcement – Assess and improve record-keeping systems to align with data policies ✔ Staff Training – Educate employees on best practices for records management Experience Required ✅ Records Management Expertise – Proven experience leading records management functions ✅ Data Governance & Compliance Knowledge – Understanding of GDPR, data protection & lifecycle management ✅ Technical Proficiency – Familiarity with data architecture, databases & storage solutions ✅ Strategic Thinking – Ability to assess data ecosystems, implement quality standards & drive change