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.
Application
If you are interested in joining 3812 Gallery, please send your cover letter, CV, salary expectation and availability to [email protected] with the subject line:
Application - Assistant Gallery Manager - 3812 Gallery London
Visit www.3812gallery.com for more information.
Pay: From £33,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
