Job Introduction
Tate is seeking to engage an experienced curator or scholar with an in-depth knowledge of modern and contemporary art based in North America. While a key member of Tate Modern, their primary reporting line will be to the Director of Collections and Director, Tate Americas Foundation. They will also work closely with curatorial colleagues from across Tate.
The Britton Family Curator at Large, North American Art will be expected to surface artists previously overlooked by the canon, with an emphasis on greater inclusion and diversity - key to Tate’s collecting strategy. They will play a leading role in the development of Tate's collection through its acquisitions, gifts and bequests. They will also participate in projects, to include relevant collection displays and exhibitions, contributing to the presentation and interpretation of artworks across Tate sites.
A track record of publication and research, an established network of contacts and an understanding of the issues surrounding collecting modern and contemporary art for museums are expected. You will also be a first-class communicator who can write for a variety of audiences.
Appointment Details
This contract is offered on a three-year fixed term freelance contract. The time spent on the work is flexible and discretionary, however the institution expects the Curator at Large to devote the equivalent to 21.6 hours per week to fulfil their obligations under the contract. Eligibility to work in the US is essential.
Appointment Process
Please submit a personal statement (no more than 500 words) along with a current CV to isabella.pilcher@tate.org.uk by the 15 February 2026.
Job Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Registrars team!
As Collection Registrar (Acquisitions and Long Loans) you will be part of the Collection Management team and involved in the acquisitions and long loans process. You will spend varied days co-ordinating and documenting the movement and acquisition of art works from our collections, prioritising their care.
To be successful in this role you will have significant experience of registrar work with a museum collection, including working to national and international museum standards for transportation, packing, handling and environmental requirements. You will have a good knowledge of customs and insurance processes and procedures. You will also need to display project management, organisation and planning skills.
With a flexible approach and the ability to work well under pressure you will be able to meet deadlines whilst retaining excellent attention to detail. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will also mean that you communicate diplomatically and effectively at all levels, both internally and with external contacts.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
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Job Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to join Tate Britain, supporting the delivery of our programme.
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about the arts? Tate Britain is seeking an Exhibitions Assistant to join our dynamic team and play a key role in support the delivery of world-class exhibitions, displays and commissions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the planning, coordination, and administration of Tate Britain’s artistic programme, supporting the smooth delivery of projects that inspire and engage audiences.
You’ll be at the heart of bringing exhibitions to life. From organising and minuting key meetings to booking rooms and catering, you’ll keep everything running smoothly. You’ll support curators with accurate record-keeping, maintain exhibition checklists, and help prepare essential loan documentation. You’ll arrange travel and courier bookings, source props and materials, and assist with production duties for programmes. Your role will also involve hands-on tasks like updating 2D and 3D layouts using SketchUp, co-ordinating courier appointments, and providing on-the-ground support during installation periods—acting as a point of contact, overseeing deliveries, and assisting with vitrine installations. You’ll help with research, sourcing images and publications, preparing presentations, and archiving programme information.
As part of the Exhibitions team, you will work closely with the Programme and Finance Manager and other Exhibitions Assistants to provide essential programme management, financial administration, and general support. Your responsibilities will include maintaining departmental schedules, updating project timelines, and compiling key information for the forward programme of exhibitions and displays.
We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and administrative skills, who can prioritise and work under pressure. You will have strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, along with effective written and verbal communication skills
We welcome applicants who bring transferable skills and experience. But an interest in, and commitment to working for Tate is essential. If you meet most of the criteria and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
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Job Introduction
Tate is looking for a Paper Conservator to join the Collection Care Storage and Operations project team.
Do you have a professional qualification in the conservation of works of art on paper, and plenty of practical experience? Would you like to work with Tate’s collection of historical, modern, and contemporary art on paper?
Day to day you’ll work on the Storage and Operations project, undertaking condition assessments, technical examination and conservation treatment, mounting and packing for works of art on paper and photographs. You’ll work closely with the Paper and Photograph Conservation team, and colleagues from the Collection Care division.
We are looking for someone with knowledge of artists materials and techniques who enjoys collaborating with colleagues on display and storage solutions.
If you’d like to discuss the role please get in touch with Jacqueline Moon, Conservation Manager, Paper and Photographs.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
Take your time. Be honest. We’re listening.
Job Introduction
Tate is looking for a Paper Conservator to support our programme of acquisitions.
Do you have a professional qualification in the conservation of works of art on paper, and plenty of practical experience? Would you like to work with Tate’s collection of historical, modern, and contemporary art on paper?
Day to day you’ll undertake condition assessments, technical examination and conservation treatment on historical and modern acquisitions, and provide guidance on mounting, framing, packing and storage.
We are looking for someone with knowledge of artists materials and techniques who enjoys collaborating with colleagues on display and storage solutions.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
Take your time. Be honest. We’re listening.
Job Introduction
Through its exhibitions, displays, and collection activity, Tate continues to strengthen its commitment to modern and contemporary art from South Asia and its diasporas. Working closely with a team of curators at Tate Modern—whose work spans a wide range of international contexts—this exciting role supports our ambitions in both collecting and curatorial practice, deepening our understanding of art from the region and its connections within the UK.
The insights and outcomes of this research will inform our exhibitions and displays as well as our acquisitions and collecting strategy. Central to this role will be fostering dynamic collaborations with the Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational, curators across Tate, and the wider South Asian art ecology. A key responsibility will be leading Tate’s South Asia Acquisitions Committee (SAAC), maintaining strong relationships with its supporters, and engaging with artists, galleries, international curators, and peer institutions.
You will draw upon your expertise to research and propose acquisitions of modern and contemporary art from South Asia, negotiating terms with vendors and ensuring clear communication and adherence to Tate’s internal acquisition procedures. You will also provide leadership in the day-to-day management of exhibitions, displays, and project teams, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective delivery of high-quality curatorial projects. Across all areas of work, you will operate in alignment with Tate’s priorities relating to audiences, environmental impact, and staff values.
You will be an experienced curator with expert knowledge of modern and contemporary art, with a particular focus on South Asia and its diasporas. You will bring a proven track record of devising and delivering imaginative and rigorous exhibitions or projects, impeccable writing and presentation skills, and a collaborative, inclusive approach to working across teams. Your established networks in the South Asian art field, alongside excellent organisational skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences, will enable you to contribute meaningfully to Tate’s ambitions in this area.
Our jobs are like our gallery open to all.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
Job Introduction
Tate Eats is unique in the cultural world, a hospitality business whose purpose supports the vision and reach of Tate in all four of its galleries. All our profits are returned to Tate championing the right to the richness of art for everyone.
Our business is multi-faceted, we run restaurants, cafés and bars while delivering a vast range of events from film premieres to boardroom lunches. We are though much more than that, we have a pioneering roastery setting the agenda on gender equality in the coffee supply chain. We brew beer, we blend gin, we create teas, we have a multi award-winning wine programme, we visit farms, we research and write menus in response to Tate’s diverse programme, and we collaborate with artists and curators.
We are looking for a talented and ambitious Chef de Partie to join the Production Kitchen, which supply food for all of Tate Modern & Tate Britain's cafes and members' rooms.
This position is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Our ideal candidate will be reliable, consistent, and able to work flexible hours over a 5-day week including weekends, working the occasional evening.
We work very closely with fantastic suppliers, and regularly showcase the very best in British meat, fish, and vegetables. Within the kitchen lies state of the art equipment and multiple kitchen spaces to let creative juices flow. We are also blessed with time here; being open in line with the gallery hours allows the chefs to have the freedom of time to create, explore new flavours and dishes and of course to better the ever-difficult work life balance. We want to be the best gallery catering facility in the world, with a strong commitment to quality, service and sustainability in the food and drink we serve.
Become part of the Tate Eats dynamic team and be part of Tate. We offer a supportive, engaging working environment that is inspired by our surroundings and the creative institution we support. You will be able to express yourself, be challenged to think differently while working flexibly and collaboratively across teams. Tate Eats offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a nurturing, diverse business.
As well as a great place to work, we offer excellent benefits and development opportunities.
Our benefits include:
- Staff meal allowance
- Performance & service awards
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Allies, Cycle scheme, and Eyecare vouchers
- Producer & Supplier Trips
- Beverage training & tastings
- Great discounts in our shops and catering outlets
- Free entry to exhibitions for you, your friends and family.
While apps like ChatGPT can be useful for research, we ask that you answer our questions in your own words. This will help us to get to know you as an individual as well as your thoughts about the role. Please note that responses identified as solely AI-generated will be rejected.
Job Introduction
Tate Eats is unique in the cultural world, a hospitality business whose purpose supports the vision and reach of Tate in all four of its galleries. All our profits are returned to Tate championing the right to the richness of art for everyone.
Our business is multi-faceted, we run restaurants, cafés and bars while delivering a vast range of events from film premieres to boardroom lunches. We are though much more than that, we have a pioneering roastery setting the agenda on gender equality in the coffee supply chain. We brew beer, we blend gin, we create teas, we have a multi award-winning wine programme, we visit farms, we research and write menus in response to Tate’s diverse programme, and we collaborate with artists and curators.
We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced Events Porter to join our Events team at Tate Britain and Tate Modern!
Become part of the Tate Eats dynamic team and be part of Tate. We offer a supportive, engaging working environment that is inspired by our surroundings and the creative institution we support. You will be able to express yourself, be challenged to think differently while working flexibly and collaboratively across teams. Tate Eats offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a nurturing, diverse business.
As well as a great place to work, we offer excellent benefits and development opportunities.
Our benefits include:
- Staff meal allowance
- Performance & service awards
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Allies, Cycle scheme, and Eyecare vouchers
- Producer & Supplier Trips
- Beverage training & tastings
- Great discounts in our shops and catering outlets
- Free entry to exhibitions for you, your friends and family.
Our ideal candidate will be a pro-active individual, keen to develop new skills, enhance knowledge and happy to contribute new ideas and improvements. They will enjoy a busy environment and be passionate about food & beverage, people and teamwork. This individual will be an effective communicator, providing the highest level of customer service and have the ability to use their initiative and work independently.
While apps like ChatGPT can be useful for research, we ask that you answer our questions in your own words. This will help us to get to know you as an individual as well as your thoughts about the role. Please note that responses identified as solely AI-generated will be rejected.
Job Introduction
We are looking for an experienced creative producer to deliver an ambitious and exciting programme of Lates at Tate Modern.
You will bring your creative thinking to curate monthly events that celebrate the Tate Modern programme and showcase emerging talent.
You will be experienced in delivering large scale public events, and be able to confidently flex from liaising with creative collaborators, to creating a production brief, to copywriting for web, press and marketing.
You are full of ideas about how to reach and appeal to young audiences in new and authentic ways. You are a natural collaborator and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You are proactive, well organised and have great attention to detail.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Please note we don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value and could affect how your application is perceived or result in it being rejected.
Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all.
Job Introduction
The installation team at Tate Modern provide expertise to individual exhibitions, collection displays and projects by leading in the handling and installation of artworks on site. They support the co-ordination, management and scheduling of all practical aspects of gallery preparation and realisation of projects for the Tate Modern programme.
As Production & Installation Manager, you will work with Senior Manager, Production & Installation in the delivery, coordination, and production of the Tate Modern programme of exhibitions, Collection displays & wider Curatorial programme. To problem solve technical challenges, ensure procedures are maintained and support the Senior Art Handling Technicians in all installation activity.
You will have a high level of expertise in the handling, installation and care of a variety of complex artworks. The role also requires you to have the ability to work confidently and accurately under pressure as well as the ability and willingness to work outside of core hours to realise projects.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value and could affect how your application is perceived or result in it being rejected.
Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all .
Job Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Tate Modern Paintings Conservation team supporting its programme of exhibitions, displays & loans.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Paintings Conservator to join our Paintings, Frames & Workshop Conservation team. You will focus on the Acquisitions programme documenting, preparing and treating paintings within Tate’s Collection. You will use innovative solutions to plan projects and solve complex challenges for collection artworks and ensure high standards of preservation.
You will hold a recognised qualification in the Conservation of Easel Paintings and have demonstrable practical experience treating and stabilising a broad range of paintings with full consideration of the practical and ethical issues. You will have performed condition surveys, prepared estimates and will understand long-term care issues for paintings. Effective communication will be essential, as well as good time management, project planning skills and the ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines.
The role is based across the London sites, Tate Modern, Tate Britain and Tate Stores.
We don’t accept CVs, so please complete all sections of the form, including your education and work history. Use this space to share specific examples of what you’ve done and how you work.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value—and could affect how your application is received or result in it being rejected.
Take your time. Be honest. We’re listening.
Job Introduction
Could you be our next Visitor Engagement and Operations Manager? No two days will ever be the same at Tate!
Tate’s vision is to be the most artistically adventurous and culturally inclusive global art museum, enabling our visitors to explore, experience and enjoy every moment of their visit to our galleries.
As an ambassador for Tate, you will make sure we do just that. With extensive management experience in a visitor facing environment, you will be a champion for the visitor. Seeing Tate through our visitors’ eyes, you will be working across front of house teams to ensure that every aspect of the experience is taken into account.
You will be joining our cross-site management team and be responsible for the day to day management in our world class galleries welcoming in excess of 6 million visits per year.
You will manage, motivate and support a team of Visitor Experience Assistants modelling Tate’s values enabling them to use their skill, knowledge and passion to deliver Tate’s goals.
You will also act as Duty Manager on a rota basis across Tate Modern and Tate Britain, taking responsibility for the smooth, safe running of the galleries, coordinating incident responses and delivering a consistent and seamless service.
Tate aims to attract and retain talented people from all backgrounds, including those who may not have prior experience or training in the arts. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an excellent approach to customer service, have a strong understanding of the principles of health and safety, and have Duty Management experience in a busy front of house environment. They will have relevant experience of managing people in a public facing role. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, ethnic minority and disabled applicants as these groups are currently underrepresented in the culture sector.
Job Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Resources division.
We are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to provide proactive and efficient support to our Chief Financial Officer and Director of People. The role also includes some administrative support for the senior management team in our Technology department.
Key responsibilities include diary management for the two Directors, arranging and minuting meetings, drafting correspondence, producing reports, and coordinating travel.
The ideal candidate will have proven PA experience in a busy office environment, excellent organisational and administrative skills, and the ability to prioritise a varied workload while working positively under pressure. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a professional, proactive approach are essential.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Tools like ChatGPT can be useful for exploring thoughts, but we ask that the words you share with us are your own. Responses that feel overly generic or artificially generated may not reflect the individuality we value and could affect how your application is perceived or result in it being rejected.
Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all.
Job Introduction
Tate Eats is unique in the cultural world, a hospitality business whose purpose supports the vision and reach of Tate in all four of its galleries. All our profits are returned to Tate championing the right to the richness of art for everyone.
Our business is multi-faceted, we run restaurants, cafés and bars while delivering a vast range of events from film premieres to boardroom lunches. We are though much more than that, we have a pioneering roastery setting the agenda on gender equality in the coffee supply chain. We brew beer, we blend gin, we create teas, we have a multi award-winning wine programme, we visit farms, we research and write menus in response to Tate’s diverse programme, and we collaborate with artists and curators.
We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced Cafe General Assistant to join our team at Tate St Ives!
Become part of the Tate Eats dynamic team and be part of Tate. We offer a supportive, engaging working environment that is inspired by our surroundings and the creative institution we support. You will be able to express yourself, be challenged to think differently while working flexibly and collaboratively across teams. Tate Eats offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a nurturing, diverse business.
As well as a great place to work, we offer excellent benefits and development opportunities.
Our benefits include:
- Staff meal allowance
- Performance & service awards
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Allies, Cycle scheme, and Eyecare vouchers
- Producer & Supplier Trips
- Beverage training & tastings
- Great discounts in our shops and catering outlets
- Free entry to exhibitions for you, your friends and family.
Our ideal candidate will be a pro-active individual, keen to develop new skills, enhance knowledge and happy to contribute new ideas and improvements. They will enjoy a busy environment and be passionate about food & beverage, people and teamwork. This individual will be an effective communicator, providing the highest level of customer service and have the ability to use their initiative and work independently.
While apps like ChatGPT can be useful for research, we ask that you answer our questions in your own words. This will help us to get to know you as an individual as well as your thoughts about the role. Please note that responses identified as solely AI-generated will be rejected.