The National Heritage Memorial Fund (NHMF) is currently recruiting new members to our Memorial Fund Panel with expertise in areas including architecture, archaeology, natural & designed landscapes and more, closing 5/11.
The National Heritage Memorial Fund writes:
As a funder of last resort, the National Heritage Memorial Fund exists to save the UK’s most exceptional heritage. With support from the UK government, we’re building a collection that belongs to everyone and serves as a memorial to those who’ve given their lives for the UK.
We are currently recruiting new members to our Memorial Fund Panel with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- archives and manuscripts, including digital access
- fine art
- decorative arts
- architecture
- archaeology
- natural and designed landscapes
- nature and biodiversity
- museums and collections
The panel’s role is to advise and support the Board of Trustees on a range of matters, including:
- how best to use Memorial Fund investment to benefit heritage
- potential threats to UK heritage that the Memorial Fund could help address
- sensitive or complex policy issues raised by staff or trustees
- expert opinions and formal advice from specialists and other organisations
- the priorities for funding
Successful candidates will have:
- an expert level of skills and knowledge in one or more of the above areas of expertise
- proven experience and will be a recognised leader in their particular field
- strong connections within the sector
- a keen interest in the UK’s heritage
- the ability to weigh up relative heritage significance
Applications close on Thursday 5 November 2026 at 12 noon.
Interviews will be conducted by a panel of Memorial Fund trustees and directors on Monday 14 December 2026.
See full details here
