The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
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Associate Knowledge Coordinator / Junior Technical Writer
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Content creation and editing, basic knowledge base administration, understanding of information organisation principles, stakeholder communication.
You're ready to move on when
- You've independently managed small content projects or specific sections of a knowledge base.
- You've regularly collaborated with SMEs to gather and refine information.
- You can demonstrate a strong ability to write clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation.
- You're comfortable with the core knowledge management tools we use (e.g., Confluence).
- 2
Customer Support Agent (with KM focus)
3-4 yearsSkills to master
- Understanding user needs and pain points, identifying knowledge gaps from support interactions, strong problem-solving, empathy for end-users.
You're ready to move on when
- You've consistently identified and escalated knowledge gaps that impact customer support efficiency.
- You've proactively created or updated knowledge articles to help your colleagues and customers.
- You have a deep understanding of our products/services from a user perspective.
- You've shown initiative in improving the knowledge resources available to your team.
- 3
Marketing Content Creator / Editor
2-4 yearsSkills to master
- Content strategy, audience segmentation, clear and engaging writing, understanding content lifecycle, digital asset management.
You're ready to move on when
- You've managed a significant volume of content, ensuring its accuracy and consistency.
- You understand how to tailor information for different audiences and purposes.
- You're familiar with content management systems and digital asset management.
- You've demonstrated an ability to work with subject matter experts to create compelling content.