Jobs
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British Museum
We are seeking an experience Fundraising Campaign Project Manager to play a pivotal role in our Masterplan Programme.
Date posted: 10/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£49,829 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/ALocation:
PortsmouthCategory:
MarketingSalary:
Salary (Grade 2) – £26,540 - £27,612 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
Imperial War Museums
As Linux and Infrastructure Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting the systems that underpin IWM's Digital Asset Management System (DAMS) and wider digital collections environment. Your work will help ensure critical services remain reliable, resilient and secure, enabling colleagues, researchers and visitors to access and benefit from IWM's invaluable digital collections.
Date posted: 10/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
ITSalary:
£44,000 to £54,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
1234567890Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
MarketingSalary:
Salary (Grade 6): £35,588 - £37,811 per annum (dependent upon experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of The Wallace Collection as a Finance Assistant.
Date posted: 12/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
FinancialSalary:
The salary for this post is between £30,800 to £31,400 per annum dependent on skills and experience.Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02075639544Museum of London
Do you have experience of developing, delivering and evaluating activities for school groups?
Are you passionate about engaging young Londoners with their city?
This is an exciting opportunity to join our creative, award-winning Learning team, on a one-year fixed-term contract, as we work towards the opening of the new London Museum later this year.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
EducationSalary:
£34,063 per annum (£20,438 per annum pro-rata’d) plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078145611
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking to appoint an Archivist to catalogue the papers of the late Francis Haskell. In 2008 the National Gallery was gifted the collectors’ files of Francis Haskell, one of the most renowned art historians of the 20th century, a distinguished writer and scholar, deeply connected to academic and public institutions.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
ArchivistSalary:
£38,132 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking to appoint a Library and Archive Assistant (Graduate Trainee). The post holder will contribute to the success of the Research Department by assisting with the maintenance and organisation of the Library and Archive collections and the process of making them available to internal and external researchers.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
ResearchSalary:
£32,076 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
National Gallery
We are seeking a passionate, talented, and experienced operational manager to join our growing team of Gallery Managers. This pivotal role supports the Head of Operations in delivering a world-class visitor experience—welcoming up to 7 million visitors each year.
Date posted: 19/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£48,164Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Derby Museums Trust
Derby Museums seeks to commission an experienced external organisation or consultant to produce an energy audit of our spaces.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
DerbyCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
8,500Contract type:
OtherHours:
OtherTelephone:
01332641901
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Permanent
Salary £41,971 - £45,934 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted.
Deadline is 12 Noon Monday, 07 September 2026.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
OtherSalary:
£41,971 - £45,934Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term (3 years)
Salary £61,688 - £71,542 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 21/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSenior management
Salary:
£61,688 - £71,542Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
Imperial War Museums
As Cyber Assurance & Risk Analyst, you will strengthen IWM's cyber resilience through assurance, compliance and third-party risk management. Working with internal teams and suppliers, you'll help identify, assess and manage cyber risks, support Cyber Essentials and GovAssure compliance activities, and provide governance reporting to senior stakeholders.
Date posted: 19/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
£42,500 to £45,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Imperial War Museums
The Exhibitions Workshop & Display Technician supports the delivery, installation, maintenance and dismantling of exhibitions and displays across Imperial War Museums. The role is responsible for maintaining both permanent and temporary galleries, carrying out regular gallery checks and undertaking any repair or maintenance work required to ensure exhibitions remain safe and functional.
Date posted: 11/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£29,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the world's leading cultural institutions!
Date posted: 25/08/2026
Deadline: 08/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £77816 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Gallery
We are looking for an imaginative and motivated fixed-term Senior Graphic Designer to join the Creative department to provide career break cover. The department is responsible for delivering creative, effective and accessible design solutions across a wide range of projects to a global audience, in keeping with the National Gallery’s brand values and strategic objectives.
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 08/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
DesignSalary:
£48,870 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
National Museums Liverpool
As Retail Sales Assistant, you'll support the day-to-day running of our retail operation, helping maximise sales and create memorable experiences for visitors. You'll provide excellent customer service, maintain attractive displays and contribute to a successful retail offer.
Date posted: 27/08/2026
Deadline: 09/09/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Museum of Liverpool)Category:
Front of house/visitor servicesOther
Salary:
£13.45 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444
British Museum
The British Museum is looking for an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join their growing Philanthropy team at an exciting and pivotal moment!
Date posted: 12/08/2026
Deadline: 09/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
Up to £43317 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Science Museum Group
The world's first inter-city railway turns 200 in 2030. How do you tell that story?
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 09/09/2026
Location:
Manchester, Greater ManchesterCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
Up to £40961 per annum + FTC until March 2030Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Library
The British Library Estates & Facilities Management department has an interesting and rewarding permanent vacancy for a Building Services Manager.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 10/09/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£43,867 - £55,542 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019