Archivist

Are you passionate about archives, local history and making heritage accessible to diverse audiences?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Archivist to join Hillingdon Heritage, helping to preserve, develop and promote our unique archive collections while delivering an excellent service to residents, researchers and visitors.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across Hillingdon Museum and Archives, the Battle of Britain Bunker Visitor Centre and other heritage sites, supporting the preservation of historically significant records and helping bring Hillingdon’s rich history to life through research, exhibitions and public engagement.

As Archivist, you will be responsible for the care, management and accessibility of the Council’s archive collections, including digital records.

Working closely with colleagues, volunteers, community organisations and researchers, you will help ensure collections are preserved to professional standards while making them accessible and engaging for a wide range of audiences.

You will:

• Manage, catalogue and document archive collections in line with professional standards.
• Ensure the safe preservation and storage of archive material, including digital collections.
• Coordinate the transfer of records from Council departments in accordance with retention policies.
• Support the development of collections through donations and acquisitions.
• Contribute to Archive and Museum Accreditation work.
• Support public access to archive collections and supervise archive visits.
• Act as a key point of contact for researchers and enquiries.
• Deliver talks, presentations and guided tours to visitors, schools and community groups.
• Contribute to exhibitions, interpretation materials, learning resources and digital content.
• Support the development of social media and public engagement activities.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Copyright legislation.
• Build relationships with heritage organisations, community groups and professional networks.
• Undertake research into local and military history to support interpretation and public understanding.

We’re looking for a motivated and knowledgeable professional who can combine archival expertise with a passion for public engagement.

You will have:

• A qualification in Archive Administration, Archives and Records Management, Information Studies or a related discipline.
• Experience cataloguing, managing and caring for archive collections.
• Knowledge of archive management principles and professional standards.
• Understanding of Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Copyright legislation.
• Excellent research, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience supporting researchers and members of the public.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• A commitment to providing excellent customer service.

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• Knowledge of local history, military history or museum collections.
• Experience developing exhibitions, interpretation materials or educational resources.
• Experience delivering talks, presentations or learning activities.
• Experience using social media to engage audiences.
• Knowledge of Archive Accreditation and Museum Accreditation standards.
• Experience working with volunteers and community groups.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to help preserve Hillingdon’s heritage and make archives accessible to current and future generations, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and play a key role in safeguarding and sharing the stories, records and history that help define our borough.