MRC Manager and Head of Archives and Special Collections (closes 7/12)
This is a senior management opportunity at the University of Warwick Modern Records Centre (MRC) for the role of MRC Manager and Head of Archives and Special Collections. You will be part of the Library and Archives senior management team, helping to scope and steer an exciting and innovative change programme. This includes, but not limited to academic and civic engagement, digitisation, exhibitions and events, people management, technological innovations, and digital preservation.
About the post
The position is full-time and permanent. We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.
The salary range is £47,389 to £56,535 per annum.
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
· An attractive pension scheme.
· 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
· Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
· Onsite childcare facilities.
· Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.
About the MRC
The Modern Records Centre was founded in October 1973 with the principal objectives of locating and preserving primary sources for modern British social, political, and economic history, with special concentration on the national history of industrial relations, industrial politics, and labour history. It is the institutional repository of the University of Warwick and holds the records of the activities, decisions, and events of the institution. The significance of our collections has been recognised through the Designation Scheme of the Arts Council – our entire holdings have been designated pre-eminent collections of national and international importance.
About you
You will be a confident, creative leader who sees new possibilities for archives and special collections. You will have:
Experience of managing archives and special collections and driving innovation (ideally in higher education, but it's not essential).
A proven ability to unlock the potential of collections for education, research, and civic engagement.
A commitment to inclusivity and successful partnership-building.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams and influence at a senior level.
For informal enquiries, please contact Anna O’Neill (University Librarian) at anna.oneill@warwick.ac.uk. For more information please visit the Warwick careers website here.