Job Overview
Role: Exhibitions Assistant
Organisation: Tate
Department: Tate Modern Division
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £29,207 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Location: Tate Modern, Bankside
Reporting to: Programme Manager, Exhibitions and Displays
Application deadline: 5 February 2026 (midnight)
Interviews: Week commencing 16 February 2026
About Tate
Tate is a leading global institution committed to artistic innovation, cultural inclusion, and free access to art for everyone. Across its four UK galleries (Tate Modern, Tate Britain, Tate Liverpool, and Tate St Ives), as well as its digital platforms and international partnerships, Tate champions diverse artistic practices and critical engagement with art from the 16th century to the present day.
Tate is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to reflect the communities it serves through both its workforce and audiences.
About the Role
The Exhibitions Assistant provides administrative and organisational support to the Curatorial team, contributing to the planning, delivery, and documentation of exhibitions, displays, live events, and acquisitions at Tate Modern.
About the Team
Since opening in 2000, Tate Modern has developed a world-renowned programme of exhibitions, commissions, live performance, and film. The Curatorial team sits within the Tate Modern Division and is responsible for delivering this ambitious programme to the highest standards, particularly following the expansion enabled by the Blavatnik Building.
What You Will Gain
You will work within a supportive, skilled team that encourages professional development, collaboration, and initiative. The role offers opportunities to build skills across exhibition production, administration, and curatorial processes within a major international institution.
What You Will Do
General Office Administration
- Act as first point of contact for enquiries to the Curatorial team
- Greet guests, organise refreshments, and arrange complimentary tickets
- Process expenses and credit card transactions
- Support general office and departmental administration
Exhibitions & Programme Support
- Assist with planning and delivery of exhibitions, projects, and live events
- Support symposiums, performances, and public programmes
- Maintain accurate records and databases
- Create and update exhibition checklists with Assistant Curators
- Arrange travel, accommodation, and per diems, monitoring carbon impact
- Schedule meetings, take minutes, and maintain records
- Prepare presentations and support image handling
- Assist with exhibition layouts using SketchUp (2D and 3D)
- Support installations, artwork photography, and virtual couriering
- Raise purchase orders and process invoices
- Coordinate project materials for Gallery Records
Collections & Acquisitions
- Support the acquisitions process and funding administration
- Organise Acquisition Committee meetings and take minutes
- Liaise with artists, dealers, collectors, and estates
- Maintain acquisition records and complete proposal forms
What You Will Bring
Essential
- Proven administrative experience in a busy office environment
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail, including accuracy with figures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience using databases and high computer literacy
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Interest in and commitment to Tate’s work
Desirable
- Previous experience in a museum or gallery
Values & Inclusion
Tate is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for staff, artists, and visitors. All employees are expected to contribute to Tate’s values of openness, boldness, rigour, and kindness.
Employee Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 27) plus birthday leave
- Generous pension scheme
- Cycle to Work and season ticket loan schemes
- Rental deposit support
- Discounts in Tate shops, cafés, and partner venues
- Free entry to Tate exhibitions and access to other UK and international museums
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via Tate’s recruitment portal. Candidates may request alternative application formats if required. Please apply as early as possible, as Tate reserves the right to close the vacancy early.
