Salary: £88,268 £97,070
National Museums NI is a public institution working for the benefit of all. We hold our collections in trust for current and future generations, ensuring they remain accessible, relevant and meaningful. Almost one million people visit our four museums each year, and through loans, research, community engagement and digital programmes we reach an even wider audience.
Our museums are Here for Goodplaying a vital role at the heart of society. In recent years, we have delivered an ambitious transformation programme focused on maximising public value, re-examining the role of museums today, and reshaping how we connect with audiences, partners and stakeholders.
To realise our long-term ambitions, we have secured £75 million in capital investment to enhance our sites and collections stores, improve access, transform the visitor experience and strengthen public value. This includes the Reawakening project at the Ulster Folk Museum, the Journey Ahead project at the Ulster American Folk Park, and major upgrades to our collections storage facilities.
We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer to join our Executive Leadership Team and help deliver our 20252030 Corporate Strategy. The COO will ensure the organisation operates efficiently and effectively, providing strong leadership, robust financial management and high standards of corporate governance. The role also oversees key corporate support services including estates, HR and organisational development, digital and ICT, and plays a central part in shaping organisational direction.
To apply you are required to be able to demonstrate at least 5 years experience in a senior management role with significant experience in financial management and corporate governance as well as change management and leading business support services.
For further detail on the remit and requirements for the role please visit Clarendon Executive Website to download the candidate briefing pack. For a confidential discussion please contact Claire McKee.
Application is by submission of completed application form by 10am, Monday 8 June 2026.
National Museums NI is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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National Museums NI is a public institution working for the benefit of all. We hold our collections in trust for current and future generations, ensuring they remain accessible, relevant and meaningful. Almost one million people visit our four museums each year, and through loans, research, community engagement and digital programmes we reach an even wider audience.
Our museums are Here for Goodplaying a vital role at the heart of society. In recent years, we have delivered an ambitious transformation programme focused on maximising public value, re-examining the role of museums today, and reshaping how we connect with audiences, partners and stakeholders.
To realise our long-term ambitions, we have secured £75 million in capital investment to enhance our sites and collections stores, improve access, transform the visitor experience and strengthen public value. This includes the Reawakening project at the Ulster Folk Museum, the Journey Ahead project at the Ulster American Folk Park, and major upgrades to our collections storage facilities.
We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer to join our Executive Leadership Team and help deliver our 20252030 Corporate Strategy. The COO will ensure the organisation operates efficiently and effectively, providing strong leadership, robust financial management and high standards of corporate governance. The role also oversees key corporate support services including estates, HR and organisational development, digital and ICT, and plays a central part in shaping organisational direction.
To apply you are required to be able to demonstrate at least 5 years experience in a senior management role with significant experience in financial management and corporate governance as well as change management and leading business support services.
For further detail on the remit and requirements for the role please visit Clarendon Executive Website to download the candidate briefing pack. For a confidential discussion please contact Claire McKee.
Application is by submission of completed application form by 10am, Monday 8 June 2026.
National Museums NI is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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