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WILLIAM GRANT & SONS

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United Kingdom , Cumbernauld

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Job Description:

At William Grant & Sons, our rich heritage and vibrant legacy sit at the heart of everything we do. Our Archive collection tells the unique story of our business, and as we continue to develop and expand this resource, we're looking for an Archive Assistant to join the team. We’re looking for a well-rounded professional individual, capable of blending meticulous archival skills with a warm, engaging approach that brings historical treasures to life. You should take pride in accuracy and detail, but you also bring curiosity, energy, and a genuine interest in helping preserve and communicate our company’s story.

Job Responsibility:

  • Work closely with the established Archive team to support the care, organisation, and development of our collections
  • support the Archive to maintain accurate, accessible, and well-organised records and assets
  • catalogue & preserve historic materials, ensuring each item is described, protected, and maintained in line with established archival standards
  • work with colleagues and stakeholders across the business, contributing to a culture of open communication and shared learning
  • assist with the care, digitisation, and ongoing development of both physical and digital materials
  • bring a warm, engaging, people-centred approach to the role

Requirements:

  • A postgraduate qualification in Archive/Information Studies
  • hands-on experience in business or drinks archives, cataloguing work, or similar projects
  • strong knowledge of archival standards and procedures
  • knowledge of copyright and GDPR requirements
  • experience with Excel, CMS systems, digitisation standards, and workflow management
  • ability to connect naturally with people, communicate complex ideas clearly, and build positive working relationships across diverse teams
What we offer:
  • Competitive salary and benefits designed to promote financial wellbeing
  • eligibility to participate in a bonus plan
  • generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ some holiday entitlement
  • Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service)
  • defined contribution pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary
  • product allocation
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • charity donation matching up to £1,000 per year
  • learning resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Expiration:
April 11, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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