Hours: Full time
Terms: Permanent
Location: National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Falmouth, Cornwall
National Maritime Museum Cornwall is an independent award-winning museum and visitor attraction with an acclaimed exhibitions and events programme as well as a strong education service. Located in an iconic building on the Falmouth waterfront, it is a significant component of Cornwall’s strategic cultural offer, a major national centre for maritime history and holds the National Small Boat Collection.
The Museum has prospered for nearly twenty-five years and, following the present Director’s decision to retire, is looking for an inspirational, commercial and energetic Director to lead the next phase of development of the Museum, including ensuring that it fulfils its cultural and educational objectives and has a long-term sustainable business model.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they have the necessary vision, leadership skills and determination to succeed in a continuously changing heritage environment and challenging commercial circumstances. The Director, supported by the Trustees, will be responsible for developing and successfully implementing the Museum’s new strategy as well as being the ‘voice’ of the Museum, locally and nationally.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of operating at a strategic level in a heritage environment, spanning the full range of cultural, curatorial and commercial aspects of the Museum and will be empathetic with the maritime world.
They will also have high personal and corporate ambition, personal integrity and an ability to work with the full range of stakeholders and the Museum’s multi-disciplinary team. Approximately two thirds of the Museum’s income comes from visitors, so significant experience of managing visitor attractions and a strong commercial background are requirements for the successful candidate.
A relocation package would be available for the ideal candidate.
Closing date for completed applications: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 9.00am
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Museum Director – National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth employer: Aim Museums
Avoncroft Museum is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its team members, offering a collaborative work culture where finance professionals can thrive while supporting the preservation of historic buildings. With flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a meaningful role that directly impacts the future of this unique charity. Join us in telling the stories of Midlands life while ensuring our financial stability and success.
