Collection Manager Storage and Moves

British Museum; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution is seeking a Collection Manager for Storage and Moves. The role involves overseeing the documentation and packing of collections, particularly in Oceania, while collaborating with curators and contractors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in object handling, collections care, and team leadership. This full-time position offers competitive pay, generous leave, and exceptional pension benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced museum professionals.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Exceptional pension scheme

Free tickets to exhibitions

Interest-free travel loans

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid lunch breaks

Qualifications

• Strong experience in object handling and collections care.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Assistant Collection Managers.
• Plan and coordinate collection-move activities.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Object handling

Collections care

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Vacancy for Collection Manager: Storage and Moves

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Location: Bloomsbury & Orsman Road (Hackney)

Role Summary

Collection Manager: Storage and Moves
Full-time 41 hours per week, 08:00 – 16:00

Fixed-term contract to 30 th September 2026
£33,468 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm20 th February

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team delivering one of the Museum’s major collection move programmes. As Collection Manager for Storage & Moves, you will oversee the documentation and packing of objects - focusing particularly on the Oceania collection - and ensure they are safely rehoused to the highest standards.

You will collaborate closely with curators, conservators, project managers and contractors, helping to plan and execute complex storage, access and logistics projects across Museum sites. Your leadership will shape how collections are cared for, moved and stored during a major period of change.

About you

We are looking for someone who brings strong experience in object handling, collections care and working within museum environments. You will be confident leading and motivating a team, able to plan and prioritise a varied programme of work, and comfortable solving problems in busy logistical settings.

We are looking for someone who can communicate clearly, influence stakeholders, and manage relationships across multidisciplinary teams. You will bring excellent organisational skills, an eye for detail, and the flexibility to coordinate large‑scale moves across multiple sites.

Key areas of responsibility

• Lead and manage a team of Assistant Collection Managers to deliver all projects to time, budget and quality standards.
• Plan, coordinate and support collection‑move activities by working closely with curators, conservators, project staff and other specialists across the Museum.
• Provide expert guidance on storage‑move processes, contributing to the practical design, fit‑out and layout of collection storage facilities.
• Oversee safe working practices, implementing and monitoring Health & Safety standards, overseeing equipment procurement and maintenance.
• Coordinate with any external contractors.
• Be a part of a world-renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together!
• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
• Exceptional Pension: Secure your future with one of the UK’s most generous defined benefit schemes – guaranteed income for life.
• Cultural Perks: Free tickets to exhibitions, plus complimentary and discounted entry to leading museums and galleries worldwide.
• Financial Support: Interest-free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
• Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Everyday Extras: Paid 1-hour lunch break, subsidised staff canteen, and discounts in our gift shop.

Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. These are:

• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Value Many Voices

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to [e-mail] .

*Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer Sponsorship to applicants*

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.