Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a Projects Coordinator: Construction to support the delivery of construction and capital projects across its estates.
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 11/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
Up to £29642 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
The Information Services (IS) department is hiring a Modern Workplace Analyst to deliver and maintain modern workplace enterprise-wide solutions.
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 18/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
Up to £41723 per annum + Civil Service Pension, Hybrid, SocialsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Science Museum Group
Lead Digital Exhibit Technician
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 04/05/2026
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£41200 - £43369 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Royal Museums Greenwich
We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to join the Development team at Royal Museums Greenwich.
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 10/05/2026
Location:
GreenwichCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£40,500Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083128565
British Museum
This Business Analyst role sits at the centre of the British Museum's technology change agenda!
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 11/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
Up to £41723 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Library
The British Library is seeking to recruit a Grants Assistant to join the Endangered Archives Programme (EAP). EAP runs an annual funding round for international projects to record and digitise endangered collections across the world.
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 18/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Collections CareOther
Salary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking a Senior Creative Producer to lead a dynamic and collaborative programme that builds new audiences, supports innovation and brings communities together in the museum.
Date posted: 24/04/2026
Deadline: 04/05/2026
Location:
Bethnal GreenCategory:
EducationSalary:
£40,770Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a talented and motivated Scientist specialising in polychromy and technical imaging to join our Scientific Research team
Date posted: 24/04/2026
Deadline: 22/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ScientificSalary:
Up to £36396 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Gallery
We are looking for a commercially minded and collaborative Membership & Supporters’ House Manager to lead the delivery and day‑to‑day management of the Gallery’s membership proposition and exclusive Supporters’ House within the Loyalty, Sales and Ticketed Experiences (LSTE) department.
Date posted: 24/04/2026
Deadline: 14/05/2026
Location:
National Gallery, LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
41,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 2885
The National Archives
The Records Specialist (Family History) will be part of the team that provides expert knowledge of The National Archives’ records, advising and inspiring a diverse audience of the public, students, academics and the wider archive and government sectors.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 07/05/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
OtherOutreach
Research
Salary:
£33,784 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
Science Museum Group
Interpretation Manager
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 07/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£41200 - £42024 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Library
We are looking for a commercially driven E-Commerce Manager to lead and grow the British Library’s online retail channel. This role is responsible for delivering online revenue, optimising the customer journey, and ensuring a high-quality, accessible and engaging digital shopping experience.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 07/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113Museum of London
We’re transforming how people access and engage with our collections, and this apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in library and archive work while working towards the Library, Information and Archive Service Assistant Level 3 qualification through the Westminster Adult Education Service.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 10/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ArchivistLibrarian
Other
Salary:
Minimum of £19,801 per annum, up to £23,195 per annum in line with National Living Wage, plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
British Library
The British Library Estates & Facilities Management department has an interesting and rewarding permanent vacancy for a Facilities Helpdesk Operator. The role is based in St Pancras, where we provide services and support for both our sites at St Pancras, London & Boston Spa, Yorkshire.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 17/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
British Library
The British Library’s Learning team is seeking a Content Manager for its forthcoming online resource, Discovering Historical Sources.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 11/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£35,993 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Imperial War Museums
You’ll help maintain our long‑term displays while also supporting the build and delivery of new exhibitions, ensuring objects are well presented and cared for.
You’ll also play a key role in keeping the exhibitions workshop running smoothly day to day, supporting safe working practices and enabling exhibition activity across Duxford and, at times, other IWM sites.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 17/05/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£26,500-£29,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
07731708877
British Library
The British Library are looking for a Metadata Analyst to join our Collection Metadata Analyst team.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 17/05/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
Collections CareDigital
Salary:
32619Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
British Museum
We are looking for an experienced and motivational Manager to help deliver an outstanding visitor experience at the British Museum.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 06/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Up to £33033 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking an experienced Senior Exhibitions Manager for a 12 month fixed term contract, to be based within the Exhibitions Department.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 13/05/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£43,346 - £45,180Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
British Museum
We are seeking a Patrons Manager to play a leading role in the management and development of the Museum's Patrons Programme.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 06/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
Up to £35928 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000