The Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom’s national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.
As part of the Collections Services, the Conservation and Technical team are responsible for delivering conservation, collection display and collection management processes for the Royal Armouries.
For this exciting opportunity the Royal Armouries is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Preventive Conservator – Projects to join the Conservation and Technical team. This role involves the development and delivery of aspects of a proactive preventive conservation programme. With colleagues you will provide integrated preventive care for the Royal Armouries collections to maintain and develop collections care standards.
About the role
The role requires a flexible and pragmatic approach to work, excellent planning and organisational skills and an ability to work to tight deadlines. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are also essential requirements. You will possess experience of using environmental monitoring systems, implementing emergency response/salvage processes and of delivering collection storage related activities.
You will join a dedicated team which includes a Conservation and Technical Manager, Conservators, a Preventive Conservator, Display Technicians and a Collections Care Officer.
This position is a 2-year (24-months) fixed-term role, working 36 hours per week (5 days out of 7). Weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working will occasionally be required, as will some travel.
What we offer
Working with the Royal Armouries, you’ll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such a Company sick pay scheme.
- Career growth. We offer support with personal and professional development including access to free on-line learning
- Access to Employee Assistance Program: All our colleagues can access range of support processes via a free Employee Assistance Programme.
- Work/life balance. We offer 27.5 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
- Contributory pension. Pension scheme with 3% employee and 6% employer contributions to support you in saving for the future.
- Great discounts. 25% discounts in staff shops, 10% off food in on-site café, access to other museums in the NMDC network and access to sites through Yorkshire Attractions
- Bike2Work scheme: Access to discounted bicycles via Bike2Work.
How to Apply
To apply please visit https://www.cloudonlinerecruitment.co.uk/royalarmouries. Please note you will need to download an application form as directed and upload it via our recruitment system in the space provided. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.
- Closing date for return of completed applications: Sunday 16 November 2025,
- Interview date: Thursday 4 December 2025