SALES ASSOCIATE


Job Description

David Gill Gallery is seeking a Sales Associate to join our gallery team in London. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, personable and passionate about contemporary design and art, with excellent client relationship, communication and administrative skills.

For over 35 years, David Gill Gallery has been a pioneer in the world of collectible design and art. Founded in 1987 on the Fulham Road, Chelsea, the gallery first exhibited the works of historic masters such as Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean-Michel Frank and Line Vautrin soon adding contemporary artists, including Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti, Grayson Perry and Donald Judd. From the outset, David Gill Gallery invigorated the London and global art scene with an original taste and perspective on art and design.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Learn and maintain a full understanding of all gallery artists, pieces, exhibitions and fairs to effectively communicate with clients

  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and support new business development

  • Host clients at the gallery and represent the gallery at events as required

  • Prepare proposals, quotations, invoices, purchase orders and client documentation

  • Manage and maintain the gallery's client database, inventory and sales documentation

  • Coordinate pre- and post-sales administration, ensuring timely completion of all client orders

  • Liaise with Production, the Registrar and artists' studios to ensure client orders are fulfilled

  • Support the Director with day-to-day sales administration, correspondence and diary management

  • Support the planning and delivery of exhibitions, events and international art fairs, including sales previews and client communications

  • Must be highly organised, results-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Applicant specifications:

  • Minimum 2–3 years' relevant experience in Collectible Design, Furniture, Contemporary Art, or Luxury Market

  • Strong administrative, organisational and client relationship skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • IT skills, including Microsoft Office (FileMaker experience advantageous)

  • Full-time role

  • Ability to provide out-of-hours support for exhibitions and gallery events, as required

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV.

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