Collections Assistant

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Lloyd's Register Group Full time

**Collections Assistant**

**Lloyd’s Register Foundation**

**Location: London**

**About the Role**:
They will assist with any required internal digitisation and use of image editing software to ensure that assets are correctly cropped, colour corrected and enhanced. The role holder will also process these files using OCR software to provide greater accessibility; these files will then be batched and delivered to relevant stakeholders for public access, research or internal use.

We are seeking someone who is committed to making archives and library collections accessible, with skills in collection handling, analogue and digital. You will be adaptable, well-motivated and enthusiastic, and will be able to organise your workload and prioritise tasks accordingly. Additionally, you should be able to work individually under your own initiative, as well as enjoying working as part of a larger team.

**What we offer you**
- The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is values driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes

**The Role**
- Updating and reviewing of the Heritage Centre’s Collections system, including cataloguing, reviewing, maintaining, and updating system data and metadata to ISAD (G), Spectrum and MARC standards (or other relevant industry standards).
- Cataloguing and QA of digital asset descriptions.
- Liaise with external suppliers and stakeholders for the ongoing maintenance of essential hardware, e.g. robotic book scanner.
- Assist with the production of library and archive material ready for in-person research, and the correct returning and shelving
- Assist with answering of research enquiries, both in person and online
- Provide support on the day to day upkeep of the library and archive storage spaces and research environments
- Provide key support to all collection management processing activity, e.g. accessioning, cataloguing, conservation etc.
- Assist in the management of an ongoing programme of internal and external digitisation, alongside the Archivist.

**What you bring**
- A keen interest in data and digital systems.
- Awareness of GDPR protocols and digital preservation standards.
- Good communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of users.
- Excellent research and writing skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience in Microsoft office programs, social media platforms, databases, website CMS, Google analytics.
- The ability to anticipate and respond to changing needs and digital media.
- Flexible approach to adjust the role as the position develops.

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