Part-Time Administrator, Learning & Programmes (Hybrid)

The British Museum; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free exhibition entry

Civil Service Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Job summary

The British Museum is seeking an experienced Administrator for its Learning & Programmes department. This part-time role (2 days/week) is hybrid, with at least one on-site day in Bloomsbury, London.

You will support financial processes, co-ordinate meetings, and manage diaries and confidential information. You will work in a collaborative environment, supporting senior stakeholders and contributing to smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial administration, budget management, procurement or accounts administration.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and other business systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Confident making travel arrangements for colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Confidence building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proactive and collaborative approach; able to work unsupervised.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day departmental financial administration including purchase orders, invoices and budget tracking.
• Prepare monthly payroll submissions and maintain accurate records.
• Arrange UK and international travel for team members.
• Coordinate departmental meetings and provide admin support to senior stakeholders.
• Manage diaries and meeting schedules; take accurate minutes including confidential discussions.
• Respond to enquiries by phone and email with professional service.
• Assist with public events during normal hours, e.g., attendee registration.
• Order office supplies and manage deliveries.

Skills

Financial administration

Budget management

Procurement

Payroll administration

Unit4

Microsoft Outlook

Communication

Travel coordination

Record-keeping

Tools

Unit4

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The British Museum is seeking an experienced Administrator for its Learning & Programmes department. This part-time role (2 days/week) is hybrid, with at least one on-site day in Bloomsbury, London.

You will support financial processes, co-ordinate meetings, and manage diaries and confidential information. You will work in a collaborative environment, supporting senior stakeholders and contributing to smooth daily operations.