Property Curator

1 month ago

Newtownards, United Kingdom National Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a Property Curator, responsible for setting the curatorial direction of Mount Stewart, a renowned neo-classical house with a rich history and international significance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a long-term plan for the estate, building on the completed restoration work to Mount Stewart house.
  • Lead the team in engaging visitors and developing their skills, confidence, and creativity.
  • Champion creative and innovative approaches to programming, using dynamic and inclusive storytelling to connect Mount Stewart's history with contemporary audiences.
  • Ensure culturally sensitive and historically accurate interpretation and programming, providing balanced narratives that resonate with diverse visitors.
Requirements
  • Deep understanding and experience of working with historic collections and properties.
  • Good experience and understanding of collections management and care.
  • Ability to connect with a wide range of audiences.
  • Experience of personal contribution to the development and delivery of interventions and/or programming to enhance visitor engagement, drive visitor growth, or deepen community connections.
  • Capability to undertake, lead on, interpret, and respond to external and internal research, intelligence, and analysis.
  • Enthusiasm, knowledge, and inspiration, as well as a practical, pragmatic, and sensible approach to problem-solving.
  • Great leadership skills with experience of supporting teams of staff and volunteers and a strong understanding of how to work collaboratively across disciplines.
  • Good communication skills, enabling positive relationships to be built and maintained externally and internally.
  • Ability to work to budgets and plan accordingly.
  • Relevant formal academic/professional/vocational qualifications in Art History, Museum Studies, and related fields.
About Us

The National Trust is a charity that protects and preserves historic sites and green spaces for future generations. We value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

What We Offer
  • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary.
  • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18).
  • Rental deposit loan scheme.
  • Season ticket loan.
  • EV car lease scheme.
  • Perks at work discounts, such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, and cinema discounts.
  • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
  • Flexible working whenever possible.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Free parking at most Trust places.

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