33 Art Gallery jobs in the United Kingdom

• Develop and implement a compelling program of exhibitions, encompassing modern and contemporary art, as well as historical periods relevant to the gallery's mission.
• Research, identify, and acquire new artworks for the permanent collection, engaging with artists, galleries, and collectors.
• Write engaging exhibition texts, catalogue essays, wall labels, and interpretive materials.
• Oversee the care, conservation, and management of the gallery's permanent collection.
• Liaise with artists, lenders, and art handlers for exhibition loans and installations.
• Develop and manage exhibition budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
• Build and maintain relationships with art world professionals, donors, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to public engagement activities, including artist talks, lectures, and guided tours.
• Stay current with art historical scholarship and contemporary art practices.

• MA or PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional curatorial experience in a gallery or museum setting.
• Proven track record of organizing critically acclaimed exhibitions and managing collections.
• Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.
• Strong knowledge of art handling, conservation principles, and exhibition design.
• Experience with exhibition budgeting and fundraising.
• Networking skills within the international art community.
• Proficiency in museum collection management databases is an advantage.
• A creative vision and the ability to articulate complex artistic ideas.

• Research, propose, and develop compelling exhibition concepts and themes.
• Source and secure artworks from artists, collectors, and institutions for exhibitions.
• Manage the acquisition, cataloging, and conservation of the gallery's art collection.
• Write exhibition proposals, catalogue essays, wall texts, and promotional materials.
• Oversee the installation and de-installation of artworks, ensuring proper handling and display.
• Engage with artists, patrons, critics, and the public, fostering relationships and enhancing the gallery's profile.
• Develop and manage exhibition budgets, ensuring financial accountability.
• Collaborate with marketing and education departments to create engaging public programming.
• Stay abreast of contemporary art trends, scholarship, and emerging artists.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and overall artistic direction of the gallery.

• Research, develop, and implement exhibition proposals, from conception to installation and de-installation.
• Liaise with artists, collectors, lenders, and other institutions to secure loans and manage exhibition logistics.
• Write catalogue essays, wall texts, and other interpretive materials for exhibitions.
• Conduct scholarly research on the collection and potential acquisitions, and make recommendations for acquisitions.
• Manage the care, conservation, and documentation of the art collection.
• Develop and deliver public programming, including artist talks, lectures, and educational events.
• Cultivate relationships with artists, patrons, critics, and the wider art community.
• Contribute to the gallery's strategic planning, fundraising efforts, and marketing initiatives.
• Stay informed about current trends, debates, and scholarship in contemporary and historical art.
• Oversee the budget for exhibitions and collection management.
• Ensure the gallery adheres to professional museum standards and ethical practices.

• Master's degree or PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curatorial practice, preferably within a gallery or museum setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in a specific area of art history or practice.
• Proven track record of organizing successful exhibitions and managing collections.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of art handling, conservation principles, and exhibition design.
• Experience with art databases and collection management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong project management skills.
• A passion for art and a commitment to public engagement and education.
• Networking capabilities within the art world are essential.

Amazing opportunity in sales - a Luxury Retail Sales Manager / Art Gallery Manager  is required for this stunning contemporary Art Gallery.

You do not necessarily need an Art background  but a desire to sell a prestigious luxury retail product is essential (product training will be provided). A strong appreciation of art is obviously preferred.

The role is about generating sales but is definitely not a hard sell - you will work towards realistic sales targets and generate new business through a self-motivated approach.

You will provide exceptional client & customer service - being fantastic with clients is their strength, giving them an amazing client experience  from start to finish. You will consultatively manage their needs and be able to transfer your passion for sales & the product, in order to generate sales. You will be driven to work towards monthly targets with the potential to earn good commission.

As the Gallery Retail Sales Manager, as well as reacting to the clients who enter the gallery, you will also proactively do outreach & make daily calls to promote the gallery - this is key to help increase the footfall & generate more sales. Luxury retail can generate lower footfall so the gallery pride themselves on account managing clients over the phone & email, making daily client list calls & generating prospective business through a self-starting approach.

This is a sales driven Management role where you will work on the floor servicing clients, as well as the management of the gallery.

Weekends  are the busiest time of the week so you must be definitely flexible to work a lot of them, although it’s a 5 day week

The ability to drive  is preferred as they also do home consultations as an extra service to clients.

The advertised salary is a combination of basic salary & commission potential on top so overall realistic earnings  - if you are shortlisted, please do not hesitate to ask for further details & explanation.

Please APPLY NOW  now!

PS Recruits are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the volume of response, only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying to this role your personal details will be submitted to PS Recruits. You can request our privacy statement at any time.

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Amazing opportunity in sales - a Luxury Retail Sales Manager / Art Gallery Manager  is required for this stunning contemporary Art Gallery.

You do not necessarily need an Art background  but a desire to sell a prestigious luxury retail product is essential (product training will be provided). A strong appreciation of art is obviously preferred.

The role is about generating sales but is definitely not a hard sell - you will work towards realistic sales targets and generate new business through a self-motivated approach.

You will provide exceptional client & customer service - being fantastic with clients is their strength, giving them an amazing client experience  from start to finish. You will consultatively manage their needs and be able to transfer your passion for sales & the product, in order to generate sales. You will be driven to work towards monthly targets with the potential to earn good commission.

As the Gallery Retail Sales Manager, as well as reacting to the clients who enter the gallery, you will also proactively do outreach & make daily calls to promote the gallery - this is key to help increase the footfall & generate more sales. Luxury retail can generate lower footfall so the gallery pride themselves on account managing clients over the phone & email, making daily client list calls & generating prospective business through a self-starting approach.

This is a sales driven Management role where you will work on the floor servicing clients, as well as the management of the gallery.

Weekends  are the busiest time of the week so you must be definitely flexible to work a lot of them, although it’s a 5 day week

The ability to drive  is preferred as they also do home consultations as an extra service to clients.

The advertised salary is a combination of basic salary & commission potential on top so overall realistic earnings  - if you are shortlisted, please do not hesitate to ask for further details & explanation.

Please APPLY NOW  now!

PS Recruits are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the volume of response, only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying to this role your personal details will be submitted to PS Recruits. You can request our privacy statement at any time.

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Amazing opportunity in consultative sales - a Luxury Retail Sales / Art Sales Consultant  is required for this stunning contemporary Art Gallery .

You do not necessarily need an Art background  but a desire to sell a prestigious luxury retail product is essential (product training will be provided). A strong appreciation of art is obviously preferred.

The role is about generating sales but is definitely not a hard sell - you will work towards realistic sales targets and generate new business through a self-motivated approach.

You will provide exceptional client & customer service - being fantastic with clients is their strength, giving them an amazing client experience  from start to finish. You will consultatively manage their needs and be able to transfer your passion for sales & the product, in order to generate sales. You will be driven to work towards monthly targets with the potential to earn good commission.

As the Art Sales Consultant, as well as reacting to the clients who enter the gallery, you will also proactively make daily calls to promote the gallery - this outreach is key to help increase the footfall & generate more sales. Luxury retail can generate lower footfall so the gallery pride themselves on account managing clients over the phone & email, making daily client list calls & generating prospective business through a self-starting approach.

Weekends  are the busiest time of the week so you must be definitely flexible to work a lot of them, although it’s a 5 day week.

The ability to drive  is preferred as they also do home consultations as an extra service to clients.

The advertised salary is a combination of basic salary & commission potential on top so overall realistic earnings  - if you are shortlisted, please do not hesitate to ask for further details & explanation.

We have extensive experience of recruiting for this luxury retail client so look no further.

Please APPLY NOW !

PS Recruits are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the volume of response, only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying to this role your personal details will be submitted to PS Recruits. You can request our privacy statement at any time.

Keywords: art / art sales / sales executive / sales assistant / sales consultant / art consultant / contemporary gallery / contemporary art / luxury retail / retail sales / luxury retail sales / art gallery / art gallery sales / art sales consultant / sales / art consultant / luxury sales / premium / gallery manager / art sales / art gallery / luxury sales / assistant manager / retail management / business development

Amazing opportunity in consultative sales - a Luxury Retail Sales / Art Sales Consultant  is required for this stunning contemporary Art Gallery .

You do not necessarily need an Art background  but a desire to sell a prestigious luxury retail product is essential (product training will be provided). A strong appreciation of art is obviously preferred.

The role is about generating sales but is definitely not a hard sell - you will work towards realistic sales targets and generate new business through a self-motivated approach.

You will provide exceptional client & customer service - being fantastic with clients is their strength, giving them an amazing client experience  from start to finish. You will consultatively manage their needs and be able to transfer your passion for sales & the product, in order to generate sales. You will be driven to work towards monthly targets with the potential to earn good commission.

As the Art Sales Consultant, as well as reacting to the clients who enter the gallery, you will also proactively make daily calls to promote the gallery - this outreach is key to help increase the footfall & generate more sales. Luxury retail can generate lower footfall so the gallery pride themselves on account managing clients over the phone & email, making daily client list calls & generating prospective business through a self-starting approach.

Weekends  are the busiest time of the week so you must be definitely flexible to work a lot of them, although it’s a 5 day week.

The ability to drive  is preferred as they also do home consultations as an extra service to clients.

The advertised salary is a combination of basic salary & commission potential on top so overall realistic earnings  - if you are shortlisted, please do not hesitate to ask for further details & explanation.

We have extensive experience of recruiting for this luxury retail client so look no further.

Please APPLY NOW !

PS Recruits are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the volume of response, only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying to this role your personal details will be submitted to PS Recruits. You can request our privacy statement at any time.

Keywords: art / art sales / sales executive / sales assistant / sales consultant / art consultant / contemporary gallery / contemporary art / luxury retail / retail sales / luxury retail sales / art gallery / art gallery sales / art sales consultant / sales / art consultant / luxury sales / premium / gallery manager / art sales / art gallery / luxury sales / assistant manager / retail management / business development

Amazing opportunity in consultative sales - a Luxury Retail Sales / Art Sales Consultant  is required for this stunning contemporary Art Gallery .

You do not necessarily need an Art background  but a desire to sell a prestigious luxury retail product is essential (product training will be provided). A strong appreciation of art is obviously preferred.

The role is about generating sales but is definitely not a hard sell - you will work towards realistic sales targets and generate new business through a self-motivated approach.

You will provide exceptional client & customer service - being fantastic with clients is their strength, giving them an amazing client experience  from start to finish. You will consultatively manage their needs and be able to transfer your passion for sales & the product, in order to generate sales. You will be driven to work towards monthly targets with the potential to earn good commission.

As the Art Sales Consultant, as well as reacting to the clients who enter the gallery, you will also proactively make daily calls to promote the gallery - this outreach is key to help increase the footfall & generate more sales. Luxury retail can generate lower footfall so the gallery pride themselves on account managing clients over the phone & email, making daily client list calls & generating prospective business through a self-starting approach.

Weekends  are the busiest time of the week so you must be definitely flexible to work a lot of them, although it’s a 5 day week.

The ability to drive  is preferred as they also do home consultations as an extra service to clients.

The advertised salary is a combination of basic salary & commission potential on top so overall realistic earnings  - if you are shortlisted, please do not hesitate to ask for further details & explanation.

We have extensive experience of recruiting for this luxury retail client so look no further.

Please APPLY NOW !

PS Recruits are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the volume of response, only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying to this role your personal details will be submitted to PS Recruits. You can request our privacy statement at any time.

Keywords: art / art sales / sales executive / sales assistant / sales consultant / art consultant / contemporary gallery / contemporary art / luxury retail / retail sales / luxury retail sales / art gallery / art gallery sales / art sales consultant / sales / art consultant / luxury sales / premium / gallery manager / art sales / art gallery / luxury sales / assistant manager / retail management / business development

• Assist with the installation and deinstallation of artworks for exhibitions.
• Prepare and maintain gallery spaces, ensuring they are presentable and meet exhibition requirements.
• Provide information and assistance to gallery visitors, enhancing their experience.
• Support the curatorial team with research, cataloging, and collection management.
• Help coordinate and manage private views, artist talks, and other public programs.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including correspondence and filing.
• Monitor and manage gallery security and visitor flow.
• Support the sales team by providing information on available artworks.
• Handle the packing and shipping of artworks as required.
• Maintain inventory records and condition reports for artworks.
• Assist with social media updates and website content, promoting upcoming exhibitions and events.
• Troubleshoot any issues related to gallery equipment or visitor services.
• Contribute to the overall positive atmosphere and professional presentation of the gallery.
• Support fundraising activities and donor relations.
• Manage gallery shop inventory and sales.

• A degree in Art History, Fine Arts, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in an art gallery, museum, or arts organization is highly desirable.
• A strong passion for and knowledge of contemporary art.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends for events.
• Familiarity with art handling techniques and basic conservation principles is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management systems.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move moderately heavy objects, such as artworks and display materials.