Senior Manager, Records Management

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 132,705 - 141,974; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Adelaide University is looking for a Senior Manager, Records Management to lead its records management team at the City West campus. This full-time position offers a salary range of $132,705 - $141,974 per annum plus superannuation. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with the State Records Act and enhancing the management of digital records. Ideal candidates will have extensive leadership experience and expertise in electronic document management systems. Join us to contribute to an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams with a focus on performance outcomes.
• Extensive experience in records and information management in complex organizations.
• Expertise in electronic document management systems and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a service-oriented Records Management team.
• Drive a culture of recordkeeping and compliance.
• Develop innovative solutions for managing digital records.

Skills

Team leadership

Records management

Analytical skills

Electronic document management systems

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

• Based in Performance Data and Insights at the City West campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Salary Range: $132,705 - $141,974 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Lead the records management team, ensuring compliance with the State Records Act 1997 (SA) requirements

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change‑makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

This is a rare opportunity to build and shape records and information management in a newly formed university. As Senior Manager, Records Management, you will play a key role in how the University creates, manages, protects and uses its information as a strategic asset.

Working at the intersection of governance, data, and technology, you will:

• Lead and grow a service‑oriented Records Management team, delivering trusted and effective support
• Drive a culture where recordkeeping is understood, valued and embedded in everyday work
• Enable compliance through Content Manager by driving system integration, automated record capture, and end‑to‑end platform management
• Develop innovative solutions for managing both digital records and legacy archival information
• Lead whole‑of‑lifecycle records management, including disposal, support for system decommissioning, and transfer to University Archives
• Ensure alignment with the State Records Act 1997 (SA) while supporting clear, consistent information practices across the University
• Play a key role in establishing strong information foundations during a period of significant transformation

The team

Performance Data and Insights (PDI) delivers Business Intelligence, Forecasting and Performance, and Information Governance services that enable evidence‑based decision‑making across the University. PDI helps the University manage its information and maximise its value through well‑curated tools and datasets, self‑service resources, staff portal requests, and embedded College Office partnerships.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams, with a strong focus on professional development and performance outcomes
• Extensive experience working in the records and information management function in a complex organisation, preferably within the higher education sector
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to develop and implement effective records management strategies
• Expertise in electronic document and records management systems (EDRMS) and digital transformation initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and educate diverse audiences

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.