Our people are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the organisation make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. We pride ourselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve. Through our people, we are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join us. We currently have the post of Finds Liaison Officer (Portable Antiquities Scheme) available. Reporting to the Lead Curator (Archaeology), you will play a key role within the Museum of Liverpool’s Curatorial team, leading the delivery of the British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme across Cheshire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside. Through this work, you’ll help ensure that archaeological finds discovered by members of the public are properly recorded, understood and shared, contributing to our collective understanding of the region’s past. You’ll be responsible for the local operation of the scheme, ensuring finds are accurately identified and recorded on the national Portable Antiquities Scheme database and supporting the effective management of Treasure cases in line with the Treasure Act 1996. Working closely with colleagues, partners and local communities, you’ll actively promote legal and responsible metal detecting and help build positive relationships between the public, museums and the heritage sector. We’re looking for someone with strong knowledge of archaeology and finds identification, who is confident engaging with a wide range of audiences. You’ll communicate your expertise clearly and accessibly by meeting with finders, collaborating with local museums and heritage groups, and representing the scheme at events and Finds Days held across the region. In this role, you’ll also have line management responsibility for the Finds Liaison Assistant, as well as supporting interns, placements and volunteers, helping to develop skills, knowledge and confidence within the team. This post is delivered in partnership with the British Museum and offers a rewarding opportunity to combine specialist archaeological expertise with public engagement, collaboration and leadership — supporting responsible discovery and creating meaningful connections between people and the past. If you think you match the job description and our organisation ethos then click on the link to apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification. Recruitment Insight Event Want to learn more about working with National Museums Liverpool? Join us on Tuesday 14th April 2026 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm for our online Recruitment Insight event. You’ll hear about our organisation, the work of our teams, as well as find out more about the job opportunities currently being advertised. You’ll also meet some of the staff recruiting and get the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. This online event will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, but don't worry, you don't need to install anything - when the time comes, simply click this link to join. Additional Information Disclosure and Barring Service Checks (DBS) National Museums Liverpool carries out checks, at a level appropriate for each role, as part of our recruitment process. Checks are completed through the Disclosure and Barring Service, following a successful interview and conditional offer. Details of these checks are restricted to the People Team and not shared with recruiting managers. If you have questions about the DBS service please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-application-forms-guide-for-applicants. Overseas Applications National Museums Liverpool are not currently a sponsor organisation for those applying from outside of the UK. This means that we will be unable to sponsor applications for a work visas from those who live outside of the UK and do not currently hold the right to work. For more information on whether or not you need a Visa to work in the UK please go to https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.