Collections Manager- Mortgage and SME

A Collections Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing a collection of objects, artworks, artifacts, or specimens within various institutions, such as museums, libraries, galleries, archives, or research facilities.

Their role focuses on ensuring that the items in the collection are properly cared for, cataloged, and preserved, while also ensuring they are accessible for research, exhibits, or educational purposes.

Here are some key duties and responsibilities of a Collections Manager:

Collection Care and Conservation: Overseeing the proper preservation and conservation of items in the collection, ensuring they are stored in optimal conditions to prevent deterioration.

Cataloging and Documentation: Maintaining accurate records for each item in the collection, including provenance, condition, and historical or cultural significance.

Inventory Management:

Regularly checking and updating the inventory of the collection to keep track of each item location, condition, and status.

Exhibition Planning and Management:

Collaborating with curators, educators, and other staff to plan and organize exhibits, ensuring proper display and handling of items.

Research and Education: Conducting research to learn more about the items in the collection.

Compliance and Legal Responsibilities: Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards (such as cultural property laws and copyright issues).