Head of Heritage

Location: New Lanark

Salary: Up to £45,000

New Lanark Trust is a charitable organisation dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of New Lanark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Our mission is to safeguard the legacy of New Lanark's industrial past while creating vibrant visitor experiences that educate, inspire, and engage audiences of all ages.

We are seeking an inspirational and experienced individual to join our team as Head of Heritage. This pivotal role involves overseeing all aspects of heritage management and visitor experience, along with developing and maintaining a collection archive.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in preserving and promoting our unique heritage while ensuring the sustainability and profitability of our operations.

This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about preserving and promoting Scotland's industrial heritage while also displaying business acumen when it comes to organising events and exhibitions, sourcing funding opportunities and applying for grants.

Reporting to our CEO, you will be responsible for the visitor experience at New Lanark while working in partnership with stakeholders such as other heritage organisations, including Historic Environment Scotland, UNESCO, and the Scottish and UK Governments.

Applications in the form of a tailored CV and covering letter, highlighting your skills and experience pertinent to the role, should arrive no later than midnight Sunday 5th May via email

For a confidential, informal discussion about the role, or to request a Candidate Information Pack, please contact LHH Recruitment Solutions directly on +44 (phone number removed) or email the aforementioned address.