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Unleash your potential while preserving billions of years of heritage at the prestigious British Museum.
Overview
Salary
£28144
Location
London, UK
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As the world-renowned British Museum, we house an extraordinary collection of over two million years of human history and culture. Our collections include the incredible Rosetta Stone, fascinating Egyptian mummies, the mysterious Sutton-Hoo finds, and the unique Lewis Chessmen. This opportunity as an Assistant Collection Manager is ideal for anyone looking to contribute to the fascinating behind-the-scenes work that goes into preserving and presenting these important artefacts.
Role Summary:
- Responsible for the practical care and preservation of our magnificent collections.
- Manage day-to-day care and access to collections.
- Handle storage, movement and preparation of objects for loans and display across all Museum sites.
- Pack, handle and display objects lent to venues in the UK and internationally.
- Problem-solving will be a key aspect of the role.
Role Requirements:
- Good general education including GCSEs or equivalent.
- Demonstrable interest in aspects of our collections.
- Manual dexterity and appreciation of materials and objects.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
Application Process Details:
- We offer a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave, pension scheme, free entry to museums and exhibitions, travel/bike/rental deposit loans, professional and personal development opportunities.
- Ensure you hold the right to work in the UK or meet eligibility criteria for sponsorship.
- We're proud of our supportive and flexible work environment.
- We value diversity and equal opportunity in our workforce.
The British Museum, founded in 1753, is a leading visitor attraction with a remarkable collection spanning over two million years of human history and culture. Our world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. We also hold an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years.
As an Assistant Collection Manager in the Care & Access team, you will be responsible for all practical aspects of care and preservation of the British Museum collections. Your primary focus will be on the day-to-day care of and access to the collections. Your activities will include the storage, movement and preparation of objects for loans and display, and may take place across all Museum sites. You may also be responsible for the packing, handling and display of objects lent to venues in the UK and internationally. This role is primarily technical, and problem solving is a key aspect of the role.
Job requirements include a good general education including GCSEs or equivalent, a demonstrable interest in aspects of the Museum’s collections, manual dexterity, an understanding and appreciation of materials and objects, and the ability to work well as part of team.
The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays, membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme, free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions, participation in private and public Museum activities, interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans, professional and personal development opportunities, and discounts on food and gift shop purchases.
Please note that we have a legal responsibility to ensure that employees have the right to work in the UK. If you currently do not hold the right to work in the UK, we can only sponsor a limited number of roles that meet eligibility criteria. For more information, please visit the government's website.
The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture. We offer a flexible way of working scheme that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation.
