Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Tate
Tate is seeking to engage an experienced researcher or curator with in-depth, specialist knowledge of Indigenous art with a particular emphasis on Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA region), to be an Adjunct Curator for the Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational. The Adjunct Curator will carry out research for Tate from their country of residence as the role will be remote.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 28/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialOther
Salary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078874997
The National Archives
We are seeking a passionate and driven manager to oversee large-scale document moves and lead a team of up to eight talented individuals.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 15/10/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£30,209 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
British Museum
We are seeking an enthusiastic and practical Assistant Collection Manager (Heavy Objects) to join our Collection Care and Moves team and play a vital role in the installation, movement and care of some of the Museum's most remarkable objects.
Date posted: 29/09/2026
Deadline: 19/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
We are seeking an enthusiastic and practical Assistant Collection Manager: Care & Access to join the Middle East Department
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
This is an exciting opportunity to join the British Museum’s Loans & Display team, helping to deliver the Museum’s busy programme of exhibitions as well as UK and international loans.
Date posted: 13/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
We’re looking for an Assistant Collection Manager: Storage and Moves (Rehouse) to support a major collections storage move, working primarily with large three-dimensional stone objects.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
ReadingCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Royal Air Force Museum
The Royal Air Force Museum is as a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity.
We have two public sites in the Midlands and London and a stored collection at Stafford. Our purpose is to share the RAF story - past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections to engage, inform and inspire.
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
RegistrarSalary:
£27,792 - £33,928.02 per annum (depending on experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
National Gallery
The National Gallery is looking for an Associate Curator of Paintings before 1600. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the curatorial department of a museum housing one of the great collections of paintings in the world.
Date posted: 14/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
The National Gallery, LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£48,870 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136Royal Pavilion and Museums
At Brighton & Hove Museums, we care for over one million objects and some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the world-famous Royal Pavilion. As a vibrant and ambitious charity, we’re passionate about preserving Brighton & Hove’s rich heritage while ensuring our buildings continue to inspire, educate and welcome visitors for years to come.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 05/11/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£44,516 – £47,653Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900
National Gallery
The National Gallery is looking for two Conservation Fellows – the Robert Gavron Conservation Fellow, and the Patrick Lindsay Conservation Fellow. This is an extraordinary opportunity to gain conservation experience with a national collection of paintings.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 22/10/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£38,132 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
Science Museum Group
Corporate Relationships Manager (Membership) at the Science Museum, London
Date posted: 12/10/2026
Deadline: 26/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
Up to £39729 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Library
Are you ready to lead the fight against an ever evolving threat landscape? The British Library is seeking a Cyber Security Operations Manager to join its growing Cyber Security function and lead its security operations.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
ITSalary:
£50,518 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
British Museum
We are recruiting two Database and Income Processing Officers to join our Development/Fundraising Strategy and Operations team.
Date posted: 12/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ITSalary:
£37,221 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Glasgow Museums
We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life, and that starts with the people who work here. As a Development Assistant, you'll support fundraising and giving programmes, helping deliver an excellent experience for donors and members. Join a team dedicated to making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
GlasgowCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£28,779.46 - £30,921.53Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0141 2874350
Natural History Museum
Join us as the DiSSCo UK Head Digitisation and play a crucial role in the DiSSCo UK programme.
Date posted: 17/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
Natural History Museum SW7 5BDCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£75,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Natural History Museum
Join us as the DiSSCo UK Head of the Technical Innovation Centre during this crucial roll out phase.
Date posted: 17/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
Natural History Musuem SW7 5BDCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£75,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Royal Air Force Museum
The Royal Air Force Museum is as a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity.
We have two public sites in the Midlands and London and a stored collection at Stafford. Our purpose is to share the RAF story - past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections to engage, inform and inspire.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£46,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
Tate
You will provide comprehensive executive assistant support to the Deputy Director, Tate & Director of Tate Modern in an always busy and changing work environment. You will have proven experience of supporting a senior leader along with excellent administrative skills and experience of organising diaries, emails and meetings, and preparing and managing information for senior colleagues
Date posted: 14/10/2026
Deadline: 01/11/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£39,790 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874997
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of The Wallace Collection as an Executive Assistant to the Director.
Date posted: 14/10/2026
Deadline: 01/11/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
AdministrationFundraising / development
Other
Senior management
Salary:
The salary for this role is between £33,000 and £36,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience.Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02075639544Royal Pavilion and Museums
Brighton & Hove Museums Trust is a dynamic charity dedicated to preserving and celebrating our city’s rich history. We care for over one million objects and manage some of the most iconic buildings in Brighton & Hove, none more famous than the stunning Royal Pavilion.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 05/11/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£29,355 – £31,332Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900