At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and deliver the Amazons exhibition, engaging diverse audiences with ancient stories.
- Company: Join the British Museum, a leader in cultural transformation and public engagement.
- Benefits: Enjoy free exhibition access, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Hybrid working available; perfect for those passionate about history and storytelling.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting project that connects history with contemporary culture.
- Qualifications: Degree in Classics, Archaeology, or Art History; strong research and communication skills required.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Project Curator to join the department of Greece and Rome to support, develop and deliver the Amazons exhibition. This will be a major exhibition exploring the enduring fascination with the legendary warrior women of Greek mythology, from the ancient world to contemporary popular culture.
Working closely with the Lead Curator and Senior Project Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting all aspects of exhibition development, including public programming and the final stages of publication production. As a core member of the project team, you will contribute to the successful delivery of the exhibition through research, project coordination and stakeholder engagement, working across departments and external partners.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong research skills, excellent attention to detail, organisational and interpersonal skills, and a passion for communicating stories from the ancient world to diverse audiences. You will work alongside leading curators and museum professionals while helping to create an engaging and accessible experience for audiences around the world.
About you
- A degree in a relevant subject such as Classics, Classical Archaeology or History of Art.
- Demonstrable interest and knowledge of relevant topics such as Greek mythology or classical reception.
- Museum, exhibition or research experience. Experience developing exhibitions or public programmes for non-specialist audiences is advantageous.
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ideally, you will have some prior experience of public speaking.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and managing digital imagery.
- The ability to build positive working relationships with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.
Key areas of responsibility
- Act as a core part of the project team, assisting the Lead Curator and Senior Project Manager.
- Undertaking academic research, including object and image research to support the exhibition and final stages of the accompanying book.
- Manage exhibition documentation, correspondence and project records.
- Coordinate loans information, due diligence and copyright permissions.
- Maintain and update object databases and digital image records.
- Assist with obtaining copyright and rights of reproduction, and other materials to be used in the exhibition and related materials, as well as support with drafting and editing text for the exhibition and related materials.
- Liaise with internal teams and external partners, lenders and contributors and assist with gallery tours and other audience engagement activities.
- Support the planning and delivery of events, lectures and public programmes.
Benefits
- Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access.
- Civil Service Pension Scheme defined benefit with 28.97% employer contribution.
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years).
- 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.
- Interest‑free loans including season ticket, rental deposit and bicycle loans.
Values
- Care Deeply
- Embrace the Unknown
- Spark Curiosity
- Value Many Voices
If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to bmrecruit@britishmuseum.org.
We welcome internal applicants regardless of background, department or length of service but encourage you to let your manager know before applying. If you are on a permanent contract and want the fixed-term contract to be treated as a secondment, you will need to obtain your manager’s support before submitting an application.
The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
Project Curator: Amazons Exhibition employer: British Museum
The British Museum is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Bloomsbury, London. With a strong commitment to employee development and a hybrid working model, staff enjoy a collaborative culture that fosters innovation and excellence in facilities management. Joining our team means being part of a prestigious institution that values your contributions and provides opportunities for meaningful career growth.
