Conservation Manager | UK

Conservation Manager, Paper and Photographs

Closing date: 21 September 2018 by midnight

Tate’s growing collection of Paper and Photographic artworks presents unique challenges for conservation and preservation, requiring innovative solutions.

You will lead the development of the team, supporting research and enhancing practice in standards of care. You will formulate a preservation strategy for the historic, modern and contemporary art works in our care and further the national and international profile of the team.

Our Conservation department brings excellence to the care of all Tate’s collections. As a member of the Conservation Management Team, you will work with the Head of Conservation in the strategic planning and leadership of the department. You will co-ordinate the delivery of Tate’s public programme and be responsible for the operational planning, management and development of a team of specialists.

To be successful in the role, you will have a museum or gallery background with a professional qualification in Conservation and experience within your specialism. You will be an experienced manager, including significant experience in managing people and working to further develop a culture of teamwork. Your excellent interpersonal, communication and project management skills will enable you to effectively manage people, budgets and resources effectively.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://workingat.tate.org.uk