Senior Archivist

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary AUD 90 - 95 / hour
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
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Senior Archivist (VPS 6) | 8-Month Fixed Term | Melbourne | $90 - 95 per hour

About the Role
As Senior Archivist, you will provide strategic leadership and expert advice across records and information management, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. You will lead a team, drive governance initiatives, oversee records management activities, and support project delivery in a complex environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a records management team.
  • Provide expert advice on records, information, document, content and data management.
  • Develop and implement information governance frameworks and processes.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant records management legislation and standards.
  • Manage risks, issues, reporting and stakeholder engagement across the project.
  • Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and communications.
About You
  • Significant experience in records and information management.
  • Strong knowledge of Victorian records and information legislation and compliance frameworks.
  • Demonstrated people leadership and project management capability.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and report-writing skills.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in records management, information management or a related field.

Applicants must be able to satisfy relevant pre-employment checks and have the right to work in Australia.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Senior Archivist role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Senior Archivist position. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Archivist job located?
The Senior Archivist role with Chandler Macleod is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the Senior Archivist role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Senior Archivist role at AUD 90–95 per hour.
Is the Senior Archivist role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Senior Archivist role?
The Senior Archivist position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Senior Archivist role at Chandler Macleod?
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