Description
We are currently looking for a Registrar to join our Haywards Exhibitions team on a full time 12 month fixed term contract.
The Southbank Centre is seeking an experienced Exhibitions Registrar to work in the Exhibitions Department, responsible for temporary exhibitions across a wide range of strands, including Hayward Gallery, Hayward Touring and site-specific commissions.
Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.
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The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.
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We welcome applications from all backgrounds. By attracting people with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
* Devising and managing exhibition transport schedules for Hayward Gallery exhibitions and Hayward Touring exhibitions.
* Liaison with fine art shipping agents to procure transport estimates, ensuring that shipping agents are kept informed of changing loan lists, and estimates represent value for money.
* Preparation and management of transport budgets for packing, casing, international transport, courier arrangements, insurance, and external conservators in liaison with exhibition curators.
* Scrutinise all lender loan agreements, checking terms and conditions of loan and liaising with the Senior Registrar, Deputy Director and Southbank legal adviser as appropriate.
* To act as a courier for individual loans, or exhibitions, both in the UK and internationally.
Skills & Experience
* Experience of managing all registrarial aspects of temporary exhibitions.
* Excellent time management skills and ability to plan effectively across a wide range of activity to meet key deadlines.
* Knowledge of Customs regulations governing the import/export of works of art.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure, to prioritise workload, and maintain good communication across all teams.
Benefits
As well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:
* A min 5% pension contribution (going up to 9% depending on employee contribution), from day 1 of employment
* 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Hybrid working model (3 days office working, 2 days from home)
* Enhanced sick pay
* Enhanced family leave benefits
* Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors
* Staff ticket offers for SC events
* Free entry to Hayward Gallery
* Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations
* Free staff yoga
Southbank Centre, the largest arts centre in Europe and the UK's 5th most visited attraction, is at the heart of London’s cultural life. Spanning 11 acres, this iconic venue offers a diverse range of great art and culture, bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.
From internationally renowned artists to emerging talent, Southbank Centre provides a platform for creativity to flourish. Its impressive facilities include the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, Hayward Gallery, National Poetry Library, and the Arts Council Collection. The centre is also home to six Resident Orchestras, offering exceptional musical performances. Moreover, Southbank Centre is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that everyone can have access to the arts through their creative learning and participation activities.
As a registered charity and a National Portfolio Organisation, Southbank Centre is esteemed for its contribution to the arts and its dedication to fostering cultural experiences that inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.