The British Museum

A bit about the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum was the first national public museum in the world. From the outset it was a museum of the world, for the world, and this idea still lies at the heart of the Museum’s mission today. The collection tells the stories of cultures across the world, from the dawn of human history, over two million years ago, to the present. Objects range from the earliest tools made by humans and treasures from the ancient world to more recent acquisitions from Africa, Oceania and the Americas, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, as well as the national collections of prints and drawings, and coins and medals. In addition to work in London, the Museum takes part in an extensive programme of loans and tours, both across the UK and throughout the world.

Our commitment to equal opportunities for all staff and applicants:

We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated in line with their relevant knowledge, skills and experience. Job selection criteria are reviewed to ensure that they are relevant to the job.

What kind of roles are available at the British Museum:

We have a wide range of opportunities at the British Museum, this includes:

Working directly with our collections, from object moves to conservation to curatorial positions.
Working with our archives and libraries.
Research opportunities, including working directly with our collections in Scientific Research.
A range of roles focusing on our exhibitions, including interpretation and community partnerships to design.
Fundraising and events.
Engaging with the public from learning and other programmes to external partnerships.
Operational positions, such as security, visitor services, IT and HR, finance and legal roles.
Roles working with our estates and capital projects.

Alongside our paid positions, we also have a wide range of volunteering opportunities, you can find out more about these here.

Why work at the British Museum:

At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That is why we have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found here, but we’ve outlined some highlights below:

Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access.
25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years).
Social and wellbeing perks including Staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship.
Peer support and allyship with five diversity networks for community.
Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications.
Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more.
Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
Support for carers through Employers for Carers.
Civil Service Pension Scheme with a secure, inflation-linked defined benefit.
Interest-free loans including season ticket, rental deposit, and bicycle loans.

The British Museum’s Values:

Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered:

Care Deeply
Embrace the Unknown
Spark Curiosity
Value Many Voices

How to Apply: All applications for advertised roles must be made online via our careers portal.

For general queries, please email BMRecruit@BritishMuseum.org