Position: Assistant Gallery Manager
Location: 3812 Gallery, London
Type: Full-time, on-site

About 3812 Gallery
3812 Gallery is a leading contemporary Asian art gallery with spaces in London and Hong Kong. The gallery is committed to fostering cultural dialogue through its curatorial programme, representing a dynamic roster of established and emerging artists. We are looking for a talented, experienced and driven individual to join our London team and expand our market together.

Position Overview
This full-time, on-site role combines gallery operations, registrar duties, client services, and sales responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and commercial acumen, and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operations, Registrar & Exhibition Coordination

·       Report directly to the Gallery Director and founders, helping to build and develop the London team.

·       Maintain daily operation of the gallery and execute exhibition management, work alongside and reporting to Hong Kong team as headquarters.

·       Oversee logistics related to shipping, import/export, and customs clearance, in coordination with external shippers, storage partners, and the Hong Kong team.

·       Maintain accurate inventory records using Artlogic, including updates on artwork locations, conditions, and loan status.

·       Manage installation and de-installation schedules for exhibitions and art fairs; handle artwork condition checks, condition reports, and coordinate framing, conservation, photography, and gallery archiving as needed.

·       Be the main point of contact for the London gallery for operations and general local tasks.

·       Support artist liaison for exhibitions and projects, ensuring smooth workflow.

·       Organise gallery exhibitions, projects, and host exclusive events.

Client Services & Sales Coordination

·       Support and manage client communications, with a focus on building and maintaining long-term relationships with collectors, curators, and institutions.

·       Assist in preparing presentation for sales pitching, artwork offers, follow-up communications, and sales documentation.

·       Coordinate and attend art fairs, gallery exhibitions, and client viewings.

·       Prepare and update sales materials, including catalogues, price lists, and artist bios.

·       Share your passion for the range of artwork we offer, identifying opportunities to develop further business through the client database, local business links, and intelligent marketing.

·       Provide a personable and unique service to clients, always going above and beyond to deliver an exceptional level of customer service.

·       Be comfortable selling luxury items ranging from £10,000 to over £100,000, and communicate effectively with clients of all levels and backgrounds.

·       Keep abreast of artist facts, art and interior trends, and developments in the wider art industry, to confidently discuss art investment opportunities with clients.

Working Pattern

·       We are looking for someone to join us full-time, working 5 days over a 6-day working pattern on a rota basis, so flexibility is important.

Candidate Profile

·       Bachelor’s degree in Art, Cultural and Arts Management, or a related discipline. 

·       3–5 years of relevant experience in gallery, museum, auction house, art advisory or related field.

·       Solid understanding of both local and international art markets.

·       Knowledge of art history and modern & contemporary art; familiar with Asian art market.

·       A confident communicator and a fast learner with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

·       Proactive, creative and responsible with the ability to work independently and as a team

·       Proven ability to multitask and work independently with attention to detail.

·       Knowledge of Artlogic, Microsoft Office, Mac, and Adobe Suite is preferred.

·       Fluent in English and Mandarin or Cantonese.

·       Immediate availability is preferred.

·       Senior candidates will be considered for Gallery Manager; fresh or junior candidates will be considered for Gallery Coordinator.

Application
If you are interested in joining 3812 Gallery, please send your cover letter, CV, salary expectation and availability to agnes.wu@3812cap.com with the subject line:

Application - Assistant Gallery Manager - 3812 Gallery London

Visit www.3812gallery.com for more information.

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