Description Job Description Are you interested in a career in archives and/or records management? We are looking to recruit a post-graduate trainee Archive and Records Management Assistant in a full-time capacity. This role is offered as a fixed term contract which is expected to start in September 2025 for 23 months. The successful applicant will also gain a place on the University of Dundee’s distance learning Postgraduate Diploma in Archives and Records Management (starting September 2025). The trainee will be responsible for funding their own studies. We will provide them with the skills and experience they need in a supportive environment to successfully complete the Diploma over two years. Two days study leave will be provided per course module. Appropriate training will be provided and there will be opportunities to attend archive and records management related events. The Bank offers flexible working arrangements for all staff. The trainee will participate in all aspects of the day-to-day work of the Records and Archive Team, including: Assisting with the public research service, including supervising and assisting researchers in the onsite searchroom and enforcing the Archive rules, responding to enquiries, and retrieving and re-shelving material stored in the onsite strongrooms. Developing familiarity with the Archive’s collections, catalogues, and strongrooms. Cataloguing and reviewing paper and digital records. Assisting with digital preservation activities. Operational responsibility for the Bank’s paper records service (circulating records to colleagues, managing destruction of paper records, facilitating the regular maintenance of the records centre). Running metadata integrity checks for electronic records. The Bank is currently replacing its records management systems (Autonomy Records Management and iManage), so the trainee will be exposed to exciting opportunities to help embed SharePoint Online and working across the legacy and new systems. Assisting with other duties and projects which may arise and that are consistent with both the scale and responsibilities of the post. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria An undergraduate degree (2.1. or above) A demonstrable interest in a career in archives and/or records management (e.g. having worked or volunteered in this environment) Confidence climbing stepladders and lifting and carrying files and boxes An ability to follow documented procedures Good general IT knowledge (Windows, MS Office products) Time management and organisation skills with the ability to manage workload and meet agreed deadlines The ability to work independently and as part of a team Accuracy and attention to detail particularly when carrying out routine and repetitive tasks The ability to communicate with confidence at all levels Desirable Criteria Experience of delivering customer service Experience of using archive or records management systems or, databases in general Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information This role offers a salary of £25,250 In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below: Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/95th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/50th) or decrease (to 1/120th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time. A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool. An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. Private medical insurance and income protection. National Security Vetting Process Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice. The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis. The Application Process Important: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process. This role closes on 24 April 2025. The assessment process will comprise of an interview and an assessment task. Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.