Assistant Collection Manager: Storage and Moves (Large Objects)

Institution: The British Museum
Deadline: 23 February 2026, 12:00 (midday)
Location: Bloomsbury, London, United Kingdom
Contract: Full-time (41 hours/week), on-site
Duration: Fixed-term until 31 December 2027
Salary: £29,642 per annum

This role offers a hands-on, technical position supporting the preparation, movement, and rehousing of museum objects, with a specific focus on large 3D objects. The Assistant Collection Manager will play a central role in major collection move projects, ensuring that objects are handled, packed, transported, and stored safely in line with best practice in collections care and preservation.

The position involves working in fast-paced project environments at the Bloomsbury site and occasionally at off-site storage facilities. It requires physical engagement, strong attention to detail, and effective teamwork under time pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the movement, packing, and rehousing of large 3D objects, ensuring safe handling

• Monitor object security and condition during storage and transit

• Maintain and update object documentation, including locations, tracking data, and photography

• Produce condition reports and carry out condition photography

• Support wider project activities, including collections audits

• Follow Health & Safety standards and represent the Museum professionally

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have strong manual dexterity and a practical understanding of museum objects and materials

• Be comfortable with physically demanding work, including lifting and handling large objects

• Be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Adapt well to changing project demands and cross-departmental work

• Follow best-practice procedures with care, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Approach tasks with a flexible, problem-solving mindset