Chief Operating Officer
The Chief Operating Officer is a pivotal role providing key strategic leadership and responsibility for ensuring the continued financial sustainability of the Museum as a member of the Executive Board.
In addition to leading Finance, the role also has senior line management responsibility for the Museum’s technology services and physical infrastructure during an exciting period of ambitious capital projects and strategic change. We are looking for an excellent leader with a passion for the work of the Museum and its aim to create advocates for the planet.
Welcome from Doug Gurr, Director
About Us
The Natural History Museum (NHM) is a world-class visitor attraction and leading science research centre. We use our unique collections and unrivalled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. We care for more than 80 million specimens spanning billions of years and welcome more than five million visitors annually and 17 million visits to our website. 
The Role
Benefits
c.£130,000 per annum
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We offer 27 days holiday and a defined contribution pension scheme which the Museum will contribute up to 10% when employee contributes 6%.
There are also free tickets to the paid exhibitions, hybrid working and cycle scheme loans.
Diversity and inclusion matter to us
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Diversity is one of our core values and we strive to build a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. All new staff who join us learn about the importance of diversity and inclusion to the Museum and how to contribute to creating an inclusive environment.
We know we have more to do, but we are committed to ensuring that everyone who works at the Museum feels they can thrive and feel valued and respected.
To Apply
The recruitment process is being undertaken by Ivy Rock Partners on behalf of the Natural History Museum.
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Please contact Michael Quest from Ivy Rock Partners for more information:
michaelquest@ivyrockpartners.com
07766 401 842
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Application is by submission of full CV and a covering letter.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 19th March 2023.
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 22nd March, with interviews week commencing 27th March 2023.
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General Information
All positions at the Natural History Museum are conditional subject to receipt of:
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Proof that you are legally entitled to work in the UK
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A Basic Disclosure Check from the Disclosures and Barring Service (DBS)
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Satisfactory references covering the last 3 years of your employment or education
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Health clearance
The Museum supports flexible working.
