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Sales Associate, and Sales & Acquisitions Assistant.
Please send your cover letter and CV to art@nsmithgallery.com
Applications close 28 February 2025

 

N.Smith Gallery is expanding its team with two new roles: Sales Associate, and Sales & Acquisitions Assistant to join its Sydney team.The ideal candidates should have experience in providing administrative and sales support, and be capable of efficiently managing heavy workloads in a fast-paced environment. The roles require exceptional organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. The candidates should also possess excellent judgment, attention to detail, and outstanding written and oral communication skills.

 

Sales Associate.
As the Sales Associate, the candidate will work with the gallery Director to sell works of art consigned to the gallery. The candidate will be responsible for developing new clients and markets. Discretion, sophistication, and poise are essential attributes. The role will involve significant client interaction, requiring the candidate to possess excellent customer service skills. Overall, the candidate should be a team player who is willing to take on multiple tasks and support the Director and the team in achieving their objectives.

 

Duties include but are not limited to
– Developing new markets for the gallery
– Coordinating client viewings, ensuring that they have a positive and seamless experience with the gallery
– Creating presentations for clients and stakeholders
– Travel to national and international art fairs and events as required

 

Qualifications for this role
– BA and / or MA in Art History (preferred) or a related field
– 2+ years of experience in a similar role at a contemporary art gallery or auction house strongly preferred
– A working knowledge of and passion for contemporary art
– An interest in sales and working with artists
– A flexible schedule, with availability to work additional hours as needed to meet business demands
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Ability to work quickly and accurately, with a keen eye for detail
– Highly organised and efficient, with the ability to manage a heavy workload
– Enthusiastic and collaborative team player
– Proficiency in using Mac, Microsoft Office suite (including Excel and Word), Adobe Photoshop & InDesign, Google Suite, and database management

– Fluency in language other than English highly desirable

 

Sales & Acquisitions Assistant.
As the Sales & Acquisitions Assistant, the candidate will work with the gallery Director to manage sales and museum acquisitions. Discretion, sophistication, and poise are essential attributes. The role will involve significant client interaction, requiring the candidate to possess excellent customer service skills. Overall, the candidate should be a team player who is willing to take on multiple tasks and support the Director and the team in achieving their objectives.

 

Duties include but are not limited to
– Providing sales support to the Director, which involves formulating, sending, and responding to enquiries
– Coordinating client viewings, ensuring that they have a positive and seamless experience with the gallery
– Providing general assistance, structure, and organisation to the Director’s schedule and workflow in all sectors of their responsibilities, as well as liaising with gallery colleagues
– Managing contact lists for exhibitions, dinners, and events, and supporting the Director during openings
– Providing administrative, logistical, and calendar management support, including managing expense reports and scheduling travel
– Creating presentations for clients and stakeholders
– Ad hoc projects and administrative support as requested

 

Qualifications for this role
– BA and / or MA in Art History (preferred) or a related field
– Experience in a similar role at a contemporary art gallery or auction house strongly preferred
– A working knowledge of and passion for contemporary art
– An interest in sales and working with artists
– A flexible schedule, with availability to work additional hours as needed to meet business demands
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Ability to work quickly and accurately, with a keen eye for detail
– Highly organised and efficient, with the ability to manage a heavy workload
– Enthusiastic and collaborative team player
– Proficiency in using Mac, Microsoft Office suite (including Excel and Word), Adobe Photoshop & InDesign, Google Suite, and database management

 

This is pathway position designed to develop candidates for future sales or management roles within the business.