Salary guide
Genealogist
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ResearchHeritage
- The UK National Archives holds over 1,000 years of records
Other names this job is known by
- Family Historian
- Ancestry Researcher
Key responsibilities
- Research family histories and ancestry
- Analyse historical records and documents
- Prepare family trees and reports
- Advise clients on research methods
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in history, genealogy, or research
- Experience in archives or research roles
- Analytical and IT skills
- Patience and attention to detail
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Genealogist
- Research Lead
- Consultant
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Study history, genealogy, or research
- Gain experience in archives or research roles
- Build a portfolio of family trees
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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