Assistant Records Manager

Kew is the world-leader in plant diversity science, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a major visitor attraction, that shows the importance of plants in all our lives. Kew’s mission is to inspire and deliver science-based plant conservation worldwide, enhancing the quality of life.

The Library, Art & Archives department is responsible for organising and managing one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of botanical literature, art and Kew’s own archives and modern records, which form an unparalleled resource for a large and increasingly diverse global user community.

Joining our Collections & Services Team and reporting to the Archivist and Records Manager, this role is required to deliver RBG Kew’s mission by implementing improvements to the records management procedure and practice across the whole institution. This will be achieved through working with our other Assistant Records Manager to develop a file plan and retention schedule.

HOURS OF WORK: full time (36 hours per week net)
JOB STATUS: Casual contract until March 2015

How to apply

Download and read the job profile and then fill in the application form and the equality diversity questionnaire from http://www.kew.org/assistant-records-manager. Return your completed application form and Equality and Diversity form to jobs@kew.org. Please be advised that we do not accept applications by post. If you have a disability or a special need that requires support please contact us on 020 8332 3135.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.