Salary guide
Heritage Consultant
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £55,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HeritageConservation
- The UK has over 30 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Other names this job is known by
- Conservation Consultant
- Heritage Advisor
Key responsibilities
- Advise on conservation and management of historic sites
- Conduct heritage assessments and research
- Prepare reports and funding applications
- Liaise with authorities and stakeholders
- Develop conservation plans
- Organise events and education programmes
- Monitor site conditions
- Promote heritage awareness
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in history, archaeology, or heritage management
- Experience in heritage or conservation roles
- Research and project management skills
- Communication and cultural awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Consultant
- Heritage Manager
- Policy Advisor
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Study history, archaeology, or heritage management
- Gain experience in heritage or conservation roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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