Jobs
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Museum of London
We have embarked on an extraordinary journey to create a new museum for London. The museum will sit in atmospheric former market buildings – over 30,000 sqm – at the heart of one of the capital’s most historic quarters.
The New Museum project will transform the museum, Smithfield and the City of London, creating a new cultural quarter for London.
Date posted: 04/08/2026
Deadline: 20/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
C £70,000 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Join the Ashmolean Museum and help care for one of the world's most important collections of ancient Egyptian and Sudanese archaeology.
Date posted: 10/08/2026
Deadline: 14/09/2026
Location:
Oxford (OX1 2PH)Category:
CuratorialSalary:
£39,424 - £47,779 per annum
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Lead the future of open research at one of the world's leading universities!
Date posted: 20/08/2026
Deadline: 14/09/2026
Location:
Oxford (OX2 0EW) with hybrid working optionsCategory:
AdministrationLibrarian
Senior management
Salary:
£65,336 - £75,439 per annum
National Gallery
We have an exciting opportunity for a maternity cover Communications Executive in our Social Media team, playing a pivotal role in bringing the Gallery’s history, paintings, and stories to life across our social media channels.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£39,707 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136Location:
BrightonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£32,382-£34,036 per annum (pro rata)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
03000290900Location:
BrightonCategory:
OutreachSalary:
£34,788 – £39,544 (Pro Rata)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
03000290900
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term for 4 years
Salary £49,792 - £56,426 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 14/09/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£49,792 - £56,426Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking an experienced and highly organised maternity cover Exhibitions Manager to join our Exhibitions team. This is a pivotal role responsible for the successful delivery of major exhibitions within the Gallery's internationally renowned exhibition programme.
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£44,350 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136Museum of London
AV Technician - Events
AV Technicians - Galleries and Exhibitions
This role would suit someone who has experience in managing audio visual hardware and software and is keen to deliver an unforgettable and exceptional experience to the millions of visitors the London Museum will welcome.
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
£34,631 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
National Museums Liverpool
As Administrative Officer, you'll provide high-quality administrative support across the Visitor Experience Department and Operations Directorate. Working with colleagues across a range of teams, you'll help improve communication, coordination and the delivery of effective operations.
Date posted: 27/08/2026
Deadline: 16/09/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Hybrid)Category:
AdministrationFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
£27,240 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
British Museum
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our Information Services department and play a key role in delivering and supporting critical IT infrastructure across the British Museum.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ITSalary:
£49,829 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Membership Services Coordinator to play a key role in helping us deliver an outstanding service.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£31,979 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
We are seeking a Conservator: Masterplan to help safeguard our collection during a major large object decant and associated critical projects.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£33,470 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Royal Museums Greenwich
The Engagement team at Royal Museums Greenwich is seeking a permanent full-time Schools Learning Producer.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 17/09/2026
Location:
GreenwichCategory:
EducationSalary:
£38,568Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083128565
Science Museum Group
Public Programme Coordinator at the National Science and Media Museum
Date posted: 31/08/2026
Deadline: 21/09/2026
Location:
Bradford, West YorkshireCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
Up to £26265 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on the creation of a future exhibition.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 22/09/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£28,520 - £32,925Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Gallery
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Commercial Officer of National Gallery Global, the National Gallery’s commercial subsidiary.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 18/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£34,000 - 36,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Tate
We are currently recruiting for a full-time Art Handling Technician to support the delivery of Tate's programme and make sure that standards are maintained for object packing, handling, movement, documentation, storage and display.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 15/09/2026
Location:
Across Tate's London sites and WiltshireCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4987
Victoria & Albert Museum
We're seeking an experienced Lead Conservator to provide technical and strategic leadership for our Books, Paper and Photographs conservation team.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 19/09/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£46,947 - £62,596Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000Museum of London
London Museum is here to enrich the understanding and appreciation of London and all its
people – past, present and future. A home for learning, exploration and adventure, we aspire to be a force for good in London, as London must be for the world.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ArchivistSalary:
34063Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792