Archives / Information Management Expert

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  2. English
  3. Associate
  4. Digital & Technology
  5. Basel
  6. Financial Services

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Archiving, Information Management

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As the premier supplier to our international banking client in Basel, Swisslinx are looking for an Archives / Information Management Expert to join its Historical Archive team 100% basis.

The is an option to extend on a long term basis based on the project road maps, with start date by May.

The role involves the cataloguing and reconditioning of historically significant archive collections; assisting researchers in accessing the bank’s historical archives; reviewing and optimizing existing archives and information management processes; and performing other archives and information management-related duties as required.

The Historical Archive Team is diverse and consists of 2-3 experienced Archivists. The role is suitable for a mid-junior/professional skill set candidate with an archives/information management degree, interested in pursuing this profession and in gaining first-hand experience in an international environment.

Responsibilities will include:

• Help develop and implement a revised Open Archive policy and archive access procedures (liaising with the committee secretariats and with external archives);
• Cataloguing of key historical collections in the Bank’s Archive in accordance with accepted archival standards;
• Weeding and reconditioning of paper-based files for permanent preservation in accordance with agreed standards;
• Preparing paper-based files for digitization and liaising with the external digitization partners;
• Enter catalogue data, descriptive data and location data in the bank’s digital archives catalogue system (AtoM);
• Handle internal and external user requests (access to and retrieval of archival records);
• Help create a searchable database of historical topics and information relevant for dealing with recurring enquiries;
• Assist the Information Management team in implementing Bank wide records management and archiving procedures in the context of the ongoing records management maturity programme;
• Assist with other archives and records management-related tasks as required.
You will possess as many of the following skills as possible:
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in archives/information management or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in archives and information management.
• Preferably some practical experience in archives management in both a paper-based and a digital environment.
• Familiarity with international archival standards and archives management IT tools (incl. AtoM, Office 365 suite and digital preservation systems, EDM’s).
• Fluency in English. Basic proficiency in German and/or French.
Please note interviews would be conducted via video call, however the role is based 100% in Switzerland.

Our client offers:

• The opportunity to work in a diverse and international environment on a long-term basis
• 20 days working remotely from abroad per year
• Modern office in central Basel (50 minutes direct train from Zurich) with subsidised canteen

Are you interested to work in an international environment in one of the most important financial companies worldwide? Then apply now! We look forward to receiving your full application before the deadline on Tuesday 16 January.

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