Assistant Archivist

Role overview

Transport for London is seeking a proactive Assistant Archivist to join the Information Governance team on a 9-month fixed-term basis, working 3 days per week. This is a relationship-led role focused on supporting archive users, maintaining strong service standards, and contributing to the success of the wider team.

The position is based at Endeavour Square with a hybrid working pattern. Hybrid arrangements currently mean roughly half of working time is split between the office and home across a 4-week period, although this may change depending on business needs.

Role details

Salary is approximately £29,000 per year, on Band 1. The role reference is 4644.

Application deadline: 21 June at 23:59.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and sustain productive working relationships with important clients and stakeholders.
• Serve as a main contact for queries and ensure prompt, high-quality responses.
• Work with internal colleagues to coordinate delivery against client requirements.
• Track performance and prepare reports and progress updates.
• Look for ways to streamline processes and strengthen the user experience.
• Contribute to project delivery and broader team goals.

What we're looking for

• Background in account management, customer service, or stakeholder engagement.
• Clear and confident communication, with strong relationship-building ability.
• Capability to prioritise work and manage several stakeholders effectively.
• A proactive, organised, and practical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort using Microsoft Office tools.
• Previous experience in an archive service or using archives for research.
• Interest in progressing toward professional archivist qualification.

Working arrangements and eligibility

This is a TfL contract role with a 9-month fixed-term duration. It is part-time, requiring 3 days per week, and is currently based on a hybrid model.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment offers are conditional on successful right-to-work verification. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Short-notice interviews or assessments may be arranged, although every effort will be made to provide as much notice as possible.

How to apply

• Submit a CV only.
• Ensure your CV clearly demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the advert.
• A PDF is preferred.
• Do not include photos or images in your application.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Transport for London is committed to building an inclusive recruitment process and a workforce that reflects the city it serves. The organisation is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria. CVs are anonymised during recruitment to support fairness.

Benefits

• Final salary pension scheme.
• Free travel on the TfL network for you.
• 75% reimbursement of the cost of a standard-class National Rail season ticket from home.
• 29 or 30 days of annual leave, plus public and bank holidays.
• Hybrid working where business and role requirements allow.
• Private healthcare discounted scheme.
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.
• Retail, health, leisure, and travel discounts.
• Discounted Eurostar travel.

Vetting and recruitment checks

TfL carries out vetting before appointment to support safety, trust, and fairness in recruitment. Candidates are expected to provide accurate and honest information, and discrepancies that cannot be verified may affect progression. The process is designed to be transparent, respectful, and clear throughout.

Additional information

Grade: Band 1. Contract type: TfL. Team: Information Governance. Location: Endeavour Square / Hybrid.