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.
- 1
Associate Knowledge Systems Coordinator (L1)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering content entry and editing, basic user support, understanding content governance rules, and becoming proficient in one core KM platform.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently resolving L1 user tickets within SLA.
- Independently managing content updates and health checks.
- Proactively identifying minor content or platform issues.
- Demonstrating a solid grasp of our internal information architecture.
- 2
IT Support Specialist (with KM focus)
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Strong troubleshooting skills, understanding of enterprise systems, basic scripting, and a keen interest in information organisation.
You're ready to move on when
- Resolving complex IT issues related to content platforms.
- Taking initiative to improve internal documentation for IT processes.
- Demonstrating an understanding of user needs beyond just technical fixes.
- Proposing solutions that improve information discoverability.
- 3
Content Editor/Specialist
2-4 yearsSkills to master
- Excellent written communication, content creation best practices, understanding of audience needs, and experience with content management systems.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently producing high-quality, clear, and concise content.
- Demonstrating an understanding of how content is organised and tagged for findability.
- Taking initiative to improve content structure and navigation.
- Showing a strong interest in the underlying technology of content platforms.