Head of Collections Management
Are you ready to lead a transformative project that will shape the future of a historic 300,000-object collection? Do you have the leadership skills to drive innovation and collaboration in a dynamic museum environment?
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic leader to join us at the National Collections Centre (NCC - Wroughton) during an exciting and transformative period. This interim position, covering maternity leave until October 2025, will have an integral part in shaping the future of the NCC and delivering key projects.
You will lead and inspire the Storage and Logistics teams, as well as oversee the delivery and colleagues of the NCC's Consolidation Project. This project involves the occupation of new state-of-the-art storage facilities and the careful phased vacation of older buildings, with completion set for December 2025.
Your leadership will also be essential in developing and refining systems and processes that enable teams working with collections to operate more efficiently. These collections play a crucial role across the Science Museum Group, contributing to exhibitions, Masterplan projects, online resources, loans to other organisations, and research activities.Ensuring that these systems support these varied uses will be a key focus, as you establish a collaborative culture that supports effective operational delivery.
As a champion for the NCC within the Science Museum Group, you will be instrumental in connecting the site with wider projects and initiatives, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of the Group's activities. With the further consolidation of collections and an increasing emphasis on public engagement, 2025 promises to be a busy and exciting year.Your vision and leadership will be critical in navigating these developments!
While the role is based at the NCC, there may be occasional travel to any of the Science Museum Group's museums as part of your remit to support and engage with the wider Group.
Fixed term contract until Oct 2025Salary: £48,000 - £53,000
About you
We are seeking someone with proven leadership abilities, particularly in managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing complex projects - whilstr being a visible, accessible presence. A background in collections management, logistics, or operational leadership in a museum, cultural, or heritage setting will be highly valuable.Your ability to communicate, collaborate, and implement effective systems will be key to your success in this role.
If you are excited by the prospect of shaping the future of the National Collections Centre and have the leadership skills to deliver this project to success, we'd love to hear from you.
Applying
View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.
What we offer
Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.
- Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
- Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
- Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
- Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
- All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
- Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
- Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
- Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.
By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.