Knowledge and Information Management Consultant (KIM). Government. London/Hybrid. Outside IR35

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks an Interim Knowledge and Information Management Consultant to enhance KIM practices for a Central Government department. This hybrid role requires hands-on experience in Google Workspace and a deep understanding of government KIM standards, offering the chance to lead significant compliance improvements within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within UK Central Government or similar regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of government KIM standards, including GDPR compliance.
• Hands-on experience with Google Drive, Docs, Sites, and Vault.

Responsibilities

• Conduct review of current KIM practices and identify inefficiencies.
• Develop a roadmap for improving KIM environment including compliance.
• Engage stakeholders to promote best practices and implement updated policies.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

KIM Standards Knowledge

Google Workspace

Education

Professional Certification in KIM, Records Management, or Information Governance

Tools

Google Workspace

Google Vault

Microsoft Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Interim Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) Consultant - Central Government

Location: Hybrid (Central London & Remote)

Clearance: SC Clearance

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Interim Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) Consultant to support a Central Government department in reviewing, rationalising, and enhancing its KIM practices. This is a hybrid role requiring a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in Google Workspace, including Google Vault, and a deep understanding of government KIM standards and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive review of current KIM practices, tools, and structures.
• Identify inefficiencies and gaps in compliance with government KIM requirements.
• Develop a roadmap for a more streamlined, secure, and user-friendly KIM environment.
• Provide expert guidance on the use of Google Workspace tools for document and information management.
• Ensure appropriate use and configuration of Google Vault for retention, eDiscovery, and compliance.
• Engage with stakeholders across departments to embed best practices and promote cultural change.
• Draft and implement updated KIM policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience delivering KIM solutions within UK Central Government or similar regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of government KIM standards, including records life cycle, FOI, and data protection (eg, GDPR).
• Hands-on experience with Google Workspace, including Google Drive, Docs, Sites, and Vault.
• Experience with KIM practices for Microsoft Cloud
• Ability to assess and rationalise Legacy information structures and propose future-fit solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Desirable:

• Experience leading KIM transformation or digital change programmes.
• Familiarity with relevant information management standards.
• Professional certification in KIM, Records Management, or Information Governance (eg, IRMS, CILIP).

Please forward your CV in the first instance.