Special Collections Archivist

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Tandem Talent Ltd Full time

We have an excellent opportunity for a Special Collections Archivist to join our Communications team on a 12 month fixed term contract. Providing research support to the entire practice, the research and archive team is also responsible for maintaining theFoster + Partners archive that includes precious drawings, slides and photographs, models, publications, awards and other practice-related ephemera.

Skills and experience required:

- Specialist archive experience, preferably in an architectural context
- Research skills
- Able to use database technology proficiently
- Able to research new developments in archival techniques
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Self-motivated and able to take responsibility
- Able to manage and prioritise tasks and time efficiently
- Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks
- Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team
- Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally
- Flexible attitude
- Able to work efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
- Empathy with a creative environment



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