We’re regularly looking for talented, friendly people who care about our eclectic museum as much as we do.

Sir John Soane’s Museum employs around 45 staff members across front and back of house roles, all of whom are vital to ensuring the Museum stays open for people to enjoy and to be inspired by.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities and a work environment free from discrimination.

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Man kneels to switch on an uplighter bathing the Crypt in pink light Man carries out conservation work in one of Soane's yellow glass skylights A visitor assistant points out details on a porcelain vase to a visitor, whilst exploring the Library Dining Room.

Job Vacancies

Development Manager

Full time | Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 dependent on experience

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone committed to supporting the Museum in meeting its fundraising objectives, by leading on applications to trusts, foundations and major donors, ensuring donors are stewarded appropriately, and managing development-led events. It is a 'hands-on' role requiring good fundraising and organisational skills. The Development Manager will be highly adaptable and able to juggle competing priorities and tight schedules.

About the role

The role is ideal for someone with at least a year's experience in a similar role. The successful candidate will have a friendly manner with the ability to work effectively as part of a team whilst being proactive and able to work autonomously using initiative to achieve objectives and solve problems.

You can download a full description of the role's responsibilities below.

How to apply

Please send a CV, with a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria including the names and addresses of two referees, one of whom should be a current or previous employer, via email to recruitment@soane.org.uk.

The closing date for applications is midday, Sunday 24 November 2024.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 5 December 2024 in the Museum.

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Digital Communications Manager

Full time | Salary: £36,720

As the person responsible for building the profile of the Soane Museum through the media and digital channels, the Digital Communications Manager will lead digital communications and marketing activity across the Museum and oversee website content in collaboration with other departments. An important part of the role is managing the relationship with our communications consultancy and advising the Director on all media issues.

About the role

The role will suit someone with a breadth of experience in marketing, communications and PR who can evidence the successful delivery and evaluation of communication and marketing plans to time and budget. 

You can download a full description of the role's responsibilities below.

How to apply

Please send a CV, with a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria including the names and addresses of two referees, one of whom should be a current or previous employer, via email to recruitment@soane.org.uk.

The closing date for applications is midday, Monday 16 December 2024.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 14 January 2025 in the Museum.

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