We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and we’re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.
We are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. We create space for spirits to stir and be stirred.
We are seeking a full time Archivist and Curator of the Architectural Drawings Collection to join a team of curators and archivists to deliver and develop first class architectural drawings and archives care, research and services both externally and internally at Historic Royal Palaces. This role works collaboratively with colleagues across Historic Royal Palaces, to help research and share the story of our six palaces and the people whose lives helped shape them. The role's two focuses are the collection of 30,000 architectural drawing based at Tower of London, and the archives and records of the Curators team and other departments.
Benefits include:
You will be passionate about architectural and historic buildings history and be able to demonstrate this through your experience working with both collections and archives. The successful applicant will also be motivated, thorough and well-organized in your work, and enjoy managing different tasks simultaneously. You will be able to communicate your knowledge of and enthusiasm for our shared heritage to everyone from our audiences and colleagues. All this will be built on proven understanding of archival practice and standards.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with some of Britain's most iconic buildings and develop your expertise and experience working alongside our specialist teams. The person specification provides more detail of the knowledge and experience we think will help make a candidate successful in this role. If you think you might be a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. At HRP you can be supported in developing your archival qualifications to the required level.
Closing date: 19th May 2024 23:55pm
Find out more and apply by visiting www.hrp.org.uk/recruitment
Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.
This vacancy is closed to applications.
