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Working across National Museums Scotland's diverse collection of over 12million objects and specimens, you will lead the Registrar team and be responsible for the strategic development, planning, management and delivery of Collection Registration for the National Museums Scotland.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the Registrar team and be responsible for the strategic development, planning, management and delivery of Collection Registration for the National Museums Scotland
Lead on the outgoing loans programme, as well as acquisitions and collections review
Develop the registrar specialism, delivering consistent standards of collections care and management across National Museums Scotland collections
Manage, lead and be responsible for the Registrar section, motivating, developing and directing staff to deliver an excellent service and achieve departmental and organisational objectives
Develop, review, implement and deliver effective business systems, processes and procedures for collection registration, ensure legal and regulatory compliance in these areas
Develop, review and implement long-term, strategic plans to effectively manage 'legacy' issues within the section including loan, acquisition and disposal backlogs
Manage indemnity cover for all loan objects, including reporting and forecasting
Requirements:
Substantial experience delivering collection registration activities (loans, transport, insurance, acquisition, disposals, collections review etc) within a museum or similar environment
Experience of managing projects involving multiple stakeholders and professional disciplines, including planning, risk management and delivery within time and budget
Knowledge of national and international museum standards, guidance, and best practice relevant to collections registration
Proven people management skills, including motivating, developing, and supporting specialist staff
Excellent communication skills, including ability to prepare clear reports, guidance, and procedures for diverse stakeholders
What we offer:
Generous Civil Service Pension Scheme (employer contributes 28.97%)
A generous annual leave of 28.5 days – rising to 33.5 after 5 years, plus an additional 8 paid days public holidays
Free access to national (and international) museums and exhibitions
A range of wellbeing benefits including Employee Assistance Programme 24/7