Conservator (Paintings)

Conservator (Paintings)

National Museums Liverpool Closing date: Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Role: Creative
Contract: Contract
North West

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Conservator (Paintings) to join our team. You’ll care for, treat and preserve paintings, support loans and exhibitions, and contribute to research and public access, while helping run the conservation studio and ensure best practice across collections.

Job Description

Our people are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the organisation make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. We pride ourselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve. Through our people, we are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join us.

We currently have the post of Conservator (Paintings) available.

We're looking for a Conservator (Paintings) with substantial experience in the conservation of a wide range of easel paintings to join our Conservation team.

Reporting to the Lead Conservator (Paintings & Paper), you will be responsible for the care, treatment and long-term preservation of paintings within our collections. You will also play a key role in making the collection accessible, contributing to displays, exhibitions, interpretation, research, online content and publications, as well as responding to public and specialist enquiries.

You will support our programme of national and international loans by assessing and preparing paintings, and providing advice to ensure they travel safely and are displayed appropriately.

You will also contribute to the day-to-day running of the Paintings Conservation Studio, including maintaining equipment, ordering conservation materials and carrying out relevant health and safety risk assessments.

If you think you match the job description and our organisation ethos then click on the link to apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Conservator (Paintings)
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Wed, 08 Jul 2026
  • Contact name: Recruitment Team
  • Location:
    North West

Contact Details

  • Contact name: Recruitment Team