Head of Cultural Heritage
Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd

About Us

Eryri National Park Authority (ENPA) protects the natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage of Eryri National Park. Covering 823 square miles, the park is home to the highest mountain in Wales, the largest natural lake in Wales, and over 26,000 people.

We are now looking for a Head of Cultural Heritage to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.

Welsh language skills are essential for the job. Please read the job description for the exact level required for this job role.

The Benefits

- Salary of £42,839 - £47,180 per annum
- 24 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after five years’ service
- Hybrid
- Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Offices in a beautiful location

The Role

As our Head of Cultural Heritage, you will lead the strategic management and delivery of our cultural heritage service.

Overseeing the development and implementation of a Cultural Heritage Strategy, you will manage staff, secure substantial external funding, and deliver high-profile projects while ensuring compliance, conservation best practice, and public engagement.

You’ll also manage Yr Ysgwrn as an accredited museum and cultural centre, ensuring high standards in both operations and visitor experience.

Additionally, you will:

- Lead strategic partnerships and represent us at local and national levels
- Develop volunteer and education programmes to widen access and engagement
- Ensure the Historic Environment Record is accurate, accessible, and informs action
- Collaborate with planning services on conservation areas and built heritage

About You

To be considered as our Head of Cultural Heritage, you will need:

-The ability to communicate in English and Welsh
- Extensive relevant experience in cultural heritage or historic environment management
- Experience managing, leading and motivating teams
- Project and budget monitoring experience
- Knowledge of relevant cultural heritage legislation
- A degree in a relevant subject
- A full, valid driving licence

Please note, this role may involve occasional evening and weekend work as well as occasional access to demanding and isolated sites.

The closing date for this role is 8th September 2025.

Other organisations may call this role Cultural Heritage Manager, Heritage Programme Manager, Historic Environment Lead, Head of Heritage Services, Cultural Projects Manager, Heritage Services Manager, or Cultural Engagement Manager.

So, if you’re looking for a rewarding role as a Head of Cultural Heritage, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.