Archive Management Team Manager

National Museums; Greater London; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension

Staff gym

On-site restaurant

Staff bar

Discounts at local businesses

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

National Museums in London is seeking a dynamic Archive Management Manager to oversee large-scale document moves and lead a team of up to eight professionals. You will drive process improvements, maintain deadlines, and develop staff through a structured 12-24 month development plan toward a senior Archival Storage Manager role.

You will manipulate data in Excel and present findings via Power BI, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver secure, accessible storage and

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team to deliver on deadlines.
• Ability to manage large-scale document moves and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Proven interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale document moves and ensure timely delivery.
• Lead a team of up to eight and develop staff through a structured plan.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver storage solutions.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Join Our Dynamic Archive Management Team!

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in our Archive Management team? We are seeking a passionate and driven manager to oversee large-scale document moves and lead a team of up to eight talented individuals. If you have the potential to manage and develop teams, even if you haven't yet had the chance to demonstrate it, we want to hear from you!

Progression Opportunity: This is not just a job; it's a career progression opportunity! After successfully completing a 12-24 month development plan, you will be promoted to the senior position of Archival Storage Manager. The development plan includes comprehensive training and hands‑on experience. During this development period, you will build a good understanding of our data, learn to manipulate it in Excel, and present it via Power BI, all while honing your people management skills.

What We’re Looking For: As a custodian of over 1000 years of iconic national documents, we need someone who is highly motivated, can stay calm under pressure, and has a proven track record of meeting deadlines. You should be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a methodical approach.

Collaborative Environment: You will work collaboratively with other managers and both internal and external stakeholders in a bustling environment. Your mission will be to deliver data‑driven storage solutions that support both day‑to‑day operations and large‑scale document accessions to The National Archives.

Why Join Us? Join us in beautiful Kew, just a 10‑minute walk from the Overground and Underground stations. Enjoy a range of benefits including a Civil Service Pension, discounts at local businesses, wellbeing resources, and access to our on‑site gym, restaurant, and staff bar.

Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a standard working pattern of Monday to Friday, plus overtime every third Saturday. Every six weeks, you will be on a late rota, working from 10:50 am to 7 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Additionally, you will visit our offsite storage facility twice a year, which may require an overnight stay.

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