Assistant Archivist
We are seeking an Assistant Archivist to be an integral part of the Archives and Records team at Waddesdon Manor. This role supports the Head of Archives & Records for Waddesdon, whose objective is to manage a high-quality archive service for all areas of the organisation and members of the Rothschild family, and to embed an efficient and unified records management framework across Waddesdon, the Rothschild Foundation, Waddesdon Estate and the Rothschild Family Office.
The post holder will assist with the provision of a full range of archive services including cataloguing, appraisal, answering enquiries, assisting researchers both onsite and remotely and assisting with digital preservation.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Listing of records for appraisal purposes in line with the organisation principles, as well as cataloguing and describing archives in line with professional archival standards
2. Basic collections preservation
3. Appraising and preparing records for long-term digital preservation, and assisting in the development of robust systems to manage and preserve our digital information, records and archives
4. Answering enquiries whether by email, telephone, letter or in person
5. Supporting the Head of Archives and Records in delivering the strategic plan regards high quality archives and records management for Waddesdon