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About the Role
Marquee Brands is seeking an Archivist to join the Laura Ashley team, managing additions, preservation, and loans of the collections. This central role supports design development, marketing, and press activities, including public speaking at events.
Responsibilities
- Appraise and catalogue accessions and acquisitions in compliance with archival standards.
- Ensure all archival material is properly housed and take appropriate measures for long-term preservation.
- Carry out collections research for internal and external stakeholders, contributing to design development and brand awareness.
- Project manage the migration of digital assets to the new DAM system.
- Liaise and maintain relationships with third-party archival storage companies, organizing transport of archival material.
- Proactively digitize priority and vulnerable assets.
- Facilitate partners' exploration of the collection, providing expert knowledge of the brand's history.
- Lead/manage archive-related events and support marketing, business, and educational initiatives.
- Review and update archive processes and policies.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in an equivalent post.
- Working knowledge of archival standards and ethics, ISAD(G).
- Experience working with digital archives/DAM and understanding of metadata standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook) and Google Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills
- Archive and Records Management
- Digital Asset Management (DAM)
- Metadata Standards
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Textile and Print Design (Desirable)
- Commercial Archive Experience (Desirable)
- Heritage Branding Understanding (Desirable)
Location
- London, Hammersmith
- Cheshire
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Part-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years
Education Level
- Degree level
- Postgraduate qualification in Archive and Records Management (ARA accredited)
About the Company
- Marquee Brands owns and manages a portfolio of established global brands across consumer products and channels.
- The company focuses on driving organic growth through brand extensions, impactful marketing, and direct consumer engagement.
- Marquee Brands ensures brands continue their success through relevant products, expanded retail distribution, and international growth while staying true to their founding message.