Bvlgari Heritage Archive Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €65,000/year
- Department
- Heritage, Patrimony & Archives
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About Bvlgari
Founded in Rome in 1884, Bvlgari is one of the world’s most distinctive luxury houses, celebrated for its bold Italian creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and mastery of jewellery, watches, accessories, fragrances, and hospitality. As an employer, Bvlgari offers a refined, international environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a culture of excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and client-centric elegance. The Maison values diverse expertise, from artisanal savoir-faire to retail leadership and corporate functions, and encourages professional growth within the wider LVMH ecosystem. Working at Bvlgari means joining a Roman-born brand with a global vision and an enduring passion for beauty.
Bulgari Heritage Archive Manager in Rome, Italy: oversee 140+ years of jewelry and watchmaking heritage preservation, archival digitization, and historical research.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee archival processing including inventory, reclassification, and ISAD-G-compliant finding aids preparation
- Coordinate external service providers and provide methodological guidance on archival activities
- Support departments in establishing document management practices, retention schedules, and archiving best practices training
- Manage transfers of archival materials and lead implementation of electronic archiving systems for born-digital records
- Lead IT solutions implementation for physical and remote archive management, including needs assessment, tendering, and supplier evaluation
- Coordinate archival projects and change management activities aligned with business and partner requirements
- Plan, monitor, and quality-control digitization campaigns including image transfer and indexing
- Explore and promote artificial intelligence applications in archive management and heritage collections analysis
- Coordinate oral history collection campaigns from interviewee selection through deliverables quality control
- Conduct historical research to support internal requests and external researchers
- Contribute to heritage promotion and valorization through exhibition and publication content
- Present archives to internal and external audiences
Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent in archival studies, documentation, information science, or related field
- Knowledge of archival standards including ISAD-G and ISAAR
- Knowledge of IT solutions for records management
- Strong organizational and methodological skills
- Analytical capability and teamwork orientation
- Interest in jewelry, watchmaking, and the luxury industry is advantageous
Skills
Experience
At least 7 years of professional experience in archival management, heritage documentation, or a closely related field within cultural institutions, corporate archives, or heritage organizations.
Education
Master's degree or equivalent qualification in archival studies, documentation science, information science, library science, or a related disciplinary field.
Workplace
This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 65,000 per annum.
Benefits
Participation in a performance-based bonus scheme at management discretion. Additional benefits provided according to Italian national collective bargaining agreement (CCNL) and supplementary company agreements. Benefits may include statutory provisions under Italian labor law and company policies.
Culture
Bvlgari fosters a dynamic, multicultural workplace where Italian heritage, Roman creativity, and exceptional craftsmanship shape every aspect of the employee experience. The Maison encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration, and a passion for excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a bold luxury vision across jewelry, watches, fragrances, accessories, and hospitality.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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