Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.
Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.
That`s why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it`s why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create.
We are looking for a Collections Conservator, London to join our team. The role is full time and permanent. You`ll be on a permanent, full time basis, working 36 hours per week.
About the Role
This is a great opportunity for an experienced conservator to manage and deliver the care and conservation of our historic collections in our London properties.
As Collections Conservator, London, you will manage and deliver the care and conservation of our historic collections located across ten properties in London. You`ll lead on the implementation and maintenance of appropriate collections conservation standards across sites in London, assisted by a small team of Collections Conservation Assistants.
You will develop and provide training in all aspects of preventive conservation to colleagues across London. You will also work with colleagues across the organisation to ensure collections conservation best practice during activities ranging from building works to events and filming.
About You
- First degree, postgraduate qualification and/or equivalent experience in collections conservation or preventive conservation
- Experience of working in historic houses
- Experience of working with a range of heritage professionals
- Experience of safely delivering events and filming around collections or in historic environments
- Excellent communicator and influencer with proven ability to build and sustain positive relationships outside own area - across teams and disciplines
Benefits
- Salary from £39,966, depending on skills, experience and location
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years
- Matched pension contributions up to 10%
- Flexible hours
- The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector
- Apprenticeship opportunities
- Subscriptions to professional bodies
- Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members
- 25% discount in our shops and cafes
- Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave
- Options to buy additional leave
- An inclusive working atmosphere everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs
- Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events
How to Apply
To apply for the role, visit the English Heritage Careers Site before the application deadline on Sunday 6 July 2025. Interviews will be held on 17 July 2025 at Ranger's House, London.