Natural History Museum Commercial Trustee
Department of Culture Media and Sport Closing date: Thu, 03 Dec 2026
- Part time
- Unpaid
- Apply now
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Number of vacancies: 1
Time commitment: 1 day per month
Length of term: 4 years
Application deadline: 11am on 3 December 2026
Reasonable expenses will be covered.
Job Requirements
Essential criteria
- Knowledge: a clear understanding of the work, priorities and challenges of the Natural History Museum and the context within which it operates.
- Judgement: effective decision-making skills.
- Governance: the ability to operate at board level.
- Communication: strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, accept challenges and constructively challenge others with clarity and respect.
- Working with others: ability to work closely with the executive board and other key stakeholders.
- Commercial Experience: significant commercial experience at a senior level, with an ability to understand what makes commercial activity successful on a global scale and strong market knowledge and an understanding of audiences (customers), suppliers and market competition.
- A demonstrable commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion and improving opportunities for people throughout the UK.
Job Responsibilities
Generally, all Trustees will, through either the main Board or the delegated activities of its sub-committees:
- Determine the general policy of the Museum;
- Ensure that high standards of corporate governance are maintained and that the Museum has effective control systems, decision making processes and management in place
- Oversee the financial stability of the Museum
- Oversees the risks and opportunities for the Museum
- Hold the Executive to account for implementation and performance, at the same time as providing support and advice
- Act as positive champions and advocates for the Museum and its work
Job Overview
- Job Title: Natural History Museum Commercial Trustee
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Thu, 03 Dec 2026
- Location: UK-wide
How to Apply
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Once you are logged into your account, click on 'apply for this role' and follow the on-screen instructions To apply, all candidates are required to provide:
- equality information
- information relating to any outside interests or reputational issues
- a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- a supporting statement
- a short professional biography (150 words)
We will ask you to check and confirm your personal details to ensure your application is accurate.
You will also have the opportunity to make a reasonable adjustment request or apply under the disability confident scheme before you submit your application.
- Contact email: [email protected]
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