Job Description

Opportunity ID

630

Location

IWM London

Career Level

D

Salary

39,500 per annum

Hours

36 hours net per week

Department

Narrative and Content

Position type

Fixed Term

Length of employment

Four Years

Job Summary

Join Imperial War Museums (IWM) as the Clore Holocaust Curator, a pivotal role generously funded by the Clore Duffield Foundation. You'll lead the development, interpretation, and stewardship of IWM's internationally significant Holocaust collections, shaping how personal stories and historical narratives are preserved and shared. This is a senior curatorial position within the Second World War and Mid Twentieth Century Conflict team, with responsibility for The Holocaust Galleries and related public engagement.

Responsibilities:

Lead acquisition, research, and cataloguing of Holocaust-related collections (1929-1949), with a focus on personal stories. Curate and maintain The Holocaust Galleries, collaborating across departments to meet audience needs. Deliver innovative interpretation and storytelling for exhibitions, learning programmes, and media. Represent IWM in academic and public forums, contributing to research, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy. Mentor junior curators and contribute to strategic planning and collections development. Ensure ethical, legal, and professional standards in all curatorial activities.

About You

You're a knowledgeable and passionate Holocaust specialist with:

A degree or equivalent experience in History or a related field. Proven expertise in Holocaust collections and material culture. Strong communication skills and experience engaging diverse audiences. Practical experience in collections development, loans, and acquisitions. Familiarity with collections management systems (e.g., Axiell Collections). A collaborative mindset and commitment to innovation in museum practice.

Apply Now

Help shape how future generations understand the Holocaust and its enduring impact. If you're ready to make a meaningful contribution to one of the world's leading museums, apply today and be part of IWM's mission to preserve and share stories that matter.

For a full list of duties and the person specification (which your application will be marked against) please view the .

Application closing date

November 17th 2025, 9:00 AM

Interview Details

Interviews for this post are planned for the week commencing 1st December 2025


Benefits
The benefits listed below are discretionary and IWM reserves the right, with due notice, to vary or withdraw them at any time. All such benefits apply during the course of your employment only.

Annual Leave:

You'll have 25 days of annual leave, with public holidays on top. After 3 years, this increases to 27 days and after 5 years, you'll get 30 days

Company Group Pension Plan:

Our commitment to your financial well-being includes competitive employer contributions to your pension starting at 7% to a maximum of 12%.

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits:

Celebrate life's milestones with confidence, knowing that our policies support growing families.

IWM4me:

Tailor your benefits to your unique needs through IWM4me. Access health, protection, and lifestyle benefits at corporate rates, ensuring your holistic well-being.

Free Sanitary Products:

We prioritise your comfort by providing free sanitary products across all our sites.

Retail Discounts:

25% off IWM Cafes, 20% discount in on-site shops, Benefits hub offering retail discounts to several high street shops (via our EAP provider) and MyActive discounts for health and wellbeing based retail discounts (via IWM4me)

Free Entry to IWM Air Shows:

Witness the thrill of vintage aircraft at our air shows.

Free Entry to Partner Museums & Galleries:

Immerse yourself in art, history, and culture through our reciprocal arrangements with other institutions.

In-House Training Programmes:

Fuel your intellectual curiosity and professional growth through our comprehensive training initiatives.

Season Ticket Loan Scheme:

Simplify your daily commute with our interest-free loan program.

Cycle 2 Work & Cycle Hire

Promote well-being and environmental consciousness by cycling to work.

Eye Tests:

Money back up to 80 for an eye test and a new pair of glasses.

Employee Assistance Programme:

Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

Benenden Healthcare & Dental Insurance:

Prioritise your health with access to quality healthcare services (subject to terms and conditions).

Civil Service Sports Club Membership:

Opportunity to join and enjoy additional discounts and perks as part of a vibrant community.

Staff Events and Networks:

Join fellow colleagues in social gatherings and events, fostering camaraderie and shared experiences.

...and more!


Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? Apply now and become part of IWM!

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This role is subject to:



A basic check, which shows unspent convictions and conditional cautions.


Equal Opportunities and Flexible Working
IWM is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunities.




We miss out when people feel IWM isn't for them, and are committed to removing and reducing barriers to make IWM open to everyone.




Our Access and Inclusion strategy has been developed to promote openness, equal opportunities to access, inclusivity and encourage diversity in everything that we do, from employment practices, the services we provide to our visitors to the facilities we make available to public.




At IWM we seek to address the need for greater diversity within our workforce as well as the wider museum and heritage sector. In all our practices we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and we welcome applications from suitable candidates of all backgrounds.



We value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others, so if this is important to you please raise this with your recruitment contact, as we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.