Cataloguing Archivist
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Foster and Partners are an award-winning British architectural design and engineering firm who put forward an innovative, modern and sustainable approach. We are based in Battersea SW London.
We are looking for a Cataloguing Archivist to join our team.
Led by the Special Collections Archivist, the Cataloguing Archivist will be required to rehouse, sort and catalogue records in the Special Collections Archive and on Foster + Partners’ archive management software, as well as edit existing spreadsheets and catalogues of the collection for import into the archive.
The Cataloguing Archivist will be responsible for cataloguing a range of materials including drawings, slides and photographs, publications, awards and other materials relating to the creation, history and projects of the practice.
The aim is to permanently preserve and record these works, creating a significant resource for the practice and supporting a wider strategy to make the collection more accessible externally.
This role demands excellent organisational skills as well as the ability to work independently. A proven understanding of archive and cataloguing standards is essential and an interest in architecture and design is desirable.
Graduate archive qualification or equivalent
* Interest in architecture, with experience of working in an architectural practice desirable, or experience within the cultural heritage sector, preferably within an archive or museum or gallery setting.
* Knowledge of working to established cataloguing standards.
* Experience of handling paper based archival materials
* Experience of handling photographic based archival materials
* Experience of inputting and maintaining information on Museum Index/Collections Online
* Ability to handle and manoeuvre objects within architectural collections.
* Concentration, accuracy, great attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills – articulate and diplomatic manner.
In return you will receive a competitive basic salary and generous benefits package including DIS, Company Pension and 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
*Please note due to the high number of applications we receive if you have not had a response within 10 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful
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