The post holder will be responsible for the acquisition, accessioning, cataloguing, care, display and interpretation of the Company's heritage collections, ensuring that objects are used to inform, educate and inspire members, staff and other stakeholders.

This will include undertaking research, scoping and consultation activities, as well as developing and implementing new areas of work and audience engagement initiatives.

The post holder will oversee all aspects of curatorial practice, with particular responsibility for planning and delivering temporary exhibitions and displays within the Company's new education and engagement spaces. These will be developed in creative, innovative and accessible ways to engage both Company Members and visitors to Mercers' Hall.

The role will also oversee the selection and display of heritage objects and artworks as part of the general furnishing and decoration of Mercers' Hall, ensuring that presentation, conservation requirements and environmental conditions are appropriately considered.

In addition, the post holder will manage loans from external institutions and private lenders, maintaining accurate records, conducting audits, updating insurers and ensuring that all required documentation, environmental monitoring data and reporting are provided in a timely manner and in accordance with loan agreements.