Collections Coordinator

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Collections Coordinator
Location: Dudley
Salary: £30,116 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, between 8.00am – 6.00pm 
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Our client is seeking an experienced Collections Coordinator to join their busy Collections team. In this hands-on role, you’ll help care for and bring the collection to life by cataloguing objects, supporting exhibitions, and uncovering new stories along the way. Working with colleagues, volunteers and partners, you’ll play a key part in keeping the collections organised, accessible and engaging for all.
What will you be doing?

•  Managing collections through cataloguing, auditing, and tracking movement.
• Developing object handling/storage practices and the Museum's collecting policy.
• Researching, acquiring, and installing items/collections in existing and new buildings.
• Contributing to the development of the Museum’s collections review project.
• Supporting disposals, returns, deliveries (including exhibition deliveries & installation), and loans.
• Conducting research for collection development, programmes, and engagement.
• Supervising volunteers, interns, placement students, and Collections Assistants. 
• Overseeing research visitors/groups, collecting data relating to objects and users, and addressing enquiries respectfully.
• Assisting with the development and review of emergency planning procedures.

What are we looking for? 

• A collaborative, respectful team player who embraces inclusivity.
• Experience of implementing current standards and resources for collections, ideally from the Museum sector.
• Experience in supervising staff or volunteers.
• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven experience in adapting to changing work requirements, and excellent prioritisation skills.
• A willingness to undertake manual handling of our collections.

What can you expect?

• Unique Working environment.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Competitive rewards & benefits.
• Supportive & inclusive work culture.
• Positive attitude to work-life balance.

What are you waiting for? Begin your Journey now and apply using your most up-to-date CV. 
Our client is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the richness of the human experience. They are dedicated to eliminating bias and discrimination at every stage and encourage applicants to get in touch should they require reasonable adjustments during the interview process. They welcome applications from underrepresented groups and believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
Their commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who may be at risk of harm. xwzovoh
Closing date: 17 May 2026
Interviews are expected to take place within 7 days of the closing date, adjustments will be made should successful candidates be unable to attend.
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