Thank you for your interest in joining the Manorial and Tithe Documents Panel.
Role information
- Download information about the Manorial and Tithe Documents Panel role and how to apply (PDF)
- Download the Terms of Reference for the Manorial and Tithe Documents Panel (PDF)
Who we are
The National Archives is the guardian of over 1,000 years of iconic national documents, storing more than 17 million records at our headquarters in Kew. We are expert advisers in information and records management and are a cultural, academic and heritage institution. We fulfil a leadership role for the archive sector and work to secure the future of physical and digital records.
The Panel
The Manorial and Tithe Documents Panel is a subcommittee of the Forum on Historical Manuscripts and Academic Research that provides expert advice to the Master of the Roles, as well as the Keeper of Public Records in his capacity as Historical Manuscripts Commissioner. It meets regularly twice a year with extra sessions and email communications as required.
As well as providing advice on Manorial Rules the Panel provides advice on the promotion and development of manorial documents and the registers which list them. It provides a positive and authoritative advisory voice on these records to those who require its advice.
About the role
The role of a member involves participating in the work, considerations and discussions. We seek individuals committed to the maintenance and preservation of manorial documents in the national interest, who can ideally provide an independent voice to advise on these issues.
You should be possessed of objectivity and discretion, and you will understand the needs, requirements and obligations of independent archive holders and academics.
We actively seek a broad range of members, to reflect a multitude of experiences and backgrounds and are keen to encourage applications from people who are BAME or LGBTQ+ and from those with a disability.
There has never been a more exciting time to be involved with archives. If you have the experience, knowledge and skills to help make key decisions, and shape the future of independent archives and privately held records in the UK, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
The deadline for applications is 26 April 2025.