Collections Development Manager

1 week ago

Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom University of Southampton Full time £36,636 - £44,746 per year

Job Details

Section

Collections & Digital Library Systems

Location:

Avenue Campus

Salary

£36,636 to £44,746 per annum

Full Time Permanent

Closing Date:

Tuesday 16 December 2025

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference

3267425KX

We are looking for a Collection Development Manager who starts conversations, builds partnerships, and leads change. Over the next five to ten years our collections will be redesigned end to end, from the make-up of the collection to how it is catalogued, shelved, archived, accessed, procured, and responsibly deaccessioned. You will be at the centre of that transformation.

About the role

You will be responsible for the operational management of print and digital collections, using robust analysis and scenario modelling to shape medium and long-term strategies that support research and education across all faculties. You will undertake reviews of stock across multiple sites, plan storage and resequencing changes, and implement significant, evidence-led decisions, including withdrawals where appropriate. You will consult closely with academic stakeholders and senior managers, and provide specialist advice on collections data, copyright and educational licences, digital asset management, and national shared services. You will line manage the Collections Management Team and lead small project teams to deliver measurable outcomes.

About you

You bring substantial experience of collections management and development in an academic context, with the skill to analyse complex data and turn it into clear recommendations and reports. You plan and prioritise effectively, influence and negotiate effectively, and communicate with clarity. You have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience, understand sector trends in access and supply models, and can support people through change with empathy and focus. Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.

What we can offer you

Growth and recognition

  • A clear mandate to innovate, with senior-level backing for the collections transformation programme you will help deliver.
  • Professional development as standard, including CPD, mentoring, and support for relevant training or professional membership.
  • Opportunities to present and learn across sector networks and conferences.

Compensation and leave

  • Competitive salary aligned to the role's grade, with annual increments where applicable.
  • Pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution.
  • Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and University closure days.

Flexibility and lifestyle benefits

  • Hybrid working by agreement, with flexibility around core hours where business needs allow.
  • Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental, adoption and carers' leave.
  • Onsite nursery or childcare vouchers, subject to availability.
  • Campus and lifestyle benefits, such as gym access, cycle-to-work, season-ticket loans and staff discounts.
  • Sustainable working options, from active travel support to digital tools that reduce unnecessary travel.
  • Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme.

Inclusion

We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion, and select candidates based on merit and ability. If you need adjustments to the application or selection process so you can do your best, please let us know.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on or quoting the job number.

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