Organizer Information
The Scottish Gallery is one of the UK’s leading independent galleries for modern and contemporary art. Founded in 1842 and located in Edinburgh’s New Town, the gallery offers a year-round programme of exhibitions, publications, and events, engaging collectors and audiences both in-person and online. The gallery is known for its commitment to high-quality presentation and support for contemporary artists.
Title & Description
Junior Registrar – The Scottish Gallery
The Scottish Gallery seeks a Junior Registrar for a 24-month full-time contract. This hands-on role provides practical experience across registration, exhibitions, and gallery operations. The Junior Registrar will work closely with the Senior Registrar and Directors, assisting with the care, management, and presentation of artworks, while also contributing to front-of-house duties. This role is ideal for early-career candidates seeking to develop skills in a commercial gallery environment focused on modern and contemporary art.
The Role Overview
- Position: Junior Registrar
- Contract Type: Fixed-term, 24 months, full-time
- Salary / Fee: £27,500 per annum
- Reporting To: Senior Registrar and Directors
- Programme: Full gallery operations, including exhibitions, publications, events, and front-of-house engagement
- Hours: Core hours 9:30 am – 6:00 pm, five days/week + one Saturday/month (time off in lieu)
Position & Tasks
Core Responsibilities:
- Register artworks on the FileMaker Pro database
- Upload artworks to the gallery website (WordPress)
- Provide front-of-house service to visitors and clients
- Assist with exhibition installation, packing, and display
- Prepare invoices and manage sales via Square POS system
- Support blog/news content creation
- Assist with mailings, online orders, photography, and maintenance of artworks
- Handle lifting, moving, and storage of artworks
Person Specification:
- Essential:
- Strong IT skills, database and website proficiency
- Confident client-facing communication
- Degree in History of Art or similar
- Highly organised and detail-oriented
- Self-motivated, able to manage competing priorities
- Desirable:
- Gallery or art-related experience
- Knowledge of social media and communications
- Event management experience
- Interest in modern and contemporary art
- Understanding of copyright and data protection
- Driving licence
Categories
- Visual Art
- Art Management
- Curatorial
- Exhibition
- Public Art
Eligibility
- International and national applicants welcome
- Early-career candidates preferred
- Applicants must be available for on-site work in Edinburgh (not remote)
Program Benefits
- Salary: £27,500 per annum
- 28 days annual leave (including public holidays)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Staff discount and voucher scheme
- Discretionary profit-related bonus
- Hands-on experience across gallery operations, exhibitions, and public engagement
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- One-page cover letter outlining interest in the role
- One-page CV
How to Apply?
Email applications to: hello@scottish-gallery.co.uk with subject line ‘Junior Registrar’
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 10 April 2026
- Interview Period: Week commencing 20 April 2026
- Start Date: Upon successful appointment
- Contract Duration: 24 months
Location
The Scottish Gallery, 16 Dundas Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Additional Details
- On-site role; not hybrid or remote
- Requires physical handling of artworks and participation in gallery events
- Equal opportunities employer; feedback provided only to shortlisted candidates