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The Archives and Records Management team forms part of the Library and Archives department. Archive staff manage Kew’s historic record of activities, as well as collections and other documents relating to the history of botany.
The Archives Graduate Trainee will be key in helping to manage the archival and modern records collections and provide access to them. This will, for example, be done through Reading Room duties, document retrievals, or reprographics orders. This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in archives administration or records management.
Who we're looking for
The ideal candidate will have a degree and must not be already professionally qualified in Archives and/or Records Management. They will have some, but not significant, experience of working in an archive or records management service, either in a voluntary or paid capacity. Full training will be provided for all tasks. The candidate should show an interest in the sector and an intention to pursue a career in this field.
Our ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team, as well as independently, and they will be able to plan and prioritise their diverse workload. Additionally, they will have good communication and customer skills and be committed to inclusive archive practice.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held in early May.
About us
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.
We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.
Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.
What we offer
The salary will be £26,100 per annum pro-rata.
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership.
We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interviewing disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
