Records Clerks and Assistants
48AI USED FOR48%moving to86%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£20,000 - £24,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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Records Clerks and Assistants
Records clerks and assistants are the unsung heroes of information management, ensuring that vital data is meticulously organized and accessible. In a world increasingly driven by data, their role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of information systems across various sectors in the UK and beyond.
AI can do very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Records ClerkAs a Junior Records Clerk, you will assist in the day-to-day management of records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organisational standards.£20,000 - £24,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Records AssistantIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, managing larger datasets and potentially supervising junior staff while ensuring the integrity of records.£26,000 - £32,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Records ManagerAs a Senior Records Manager, you will oversee the entire records management process, develop policies, and lead a team to ensure compliance and efficiency.£38,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely. Some employers will take you on here with no formal qualifications at all, if you can show you can do the work.