Senior Librarian, Collections & Access Leadership

University of Newcastle; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in England is seeking a Senior Librarian for Collections and Access to lead a team that improves access to scholarly resources. The role focuses on overseeing collections management and fostering collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in team leadership, financial reporting, and data analysis. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary ranging from $116,596 - $136,030

17% superannuation

Additional leave options

Health insurance discounts

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a library and/or cultural setting.
• Strong skills in data analysis, visualisation, and reporting.
• Ability to manage budgets, financial reporting, and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of professional staff for continuous improvement.
• Manage scholarly content lifecycles, selection, licensing, and evaluation.
• Contribute to financial planning, budget tracking, and reporting for collections.

Skills

Data analysis

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial reporting

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Job description

A prestigious university in England is seeking a Senior Librarian for Collections and Access to lead a team that improves access to scholarly resources. The role focuses on overseeing collections management and fostering collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in team leadership, financial reporting, and data analysis. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.