GALLERY ASSOCIATE, PART-TIME in London

APPARATUS is a New York-based designer and manufacturer of a distinctive catalog of high-end, high-touch lighting, furniture and objects. We produce both in-house and with the support of high-quality external partners; our catalog is sold globally.

The Gallery Associate serves as the first point of contact for visitors to our London gallery, embodying the APPARATUS brand through exceptional client service and deep product knowledge. This role is critical in creating memorable brand experiences, facilitating client connections, and maintaining the gallery\'s operational excellence while supporting the broader sales team\'s objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Experience & Brand Representation

• Serve as an initial point of contact for visiting clients, vendors, and colleagues.
• Set a high standard of on-brand warmth and professionalism in welcoming visitors into the space.
• Develop a deep knowledge of and become an expert in APPARATUS product and brand story.
• Conduct tours of the galleries and studio space for clients, sharing product and brand knowledge in an engaging way.

Client Relationship Management

• Ensure details of guests are recorded to connect them with the appropriate Account Manager, if available connecting clients with Account Managers with in-person introductions.
• Provide client follow-up with post-tour emails including tear sheets, digital catalog, and Account Manager in CC.
• Track gallery foot traffic daily.
• Provide phone support; assist callers with essential questions about the brand and product including brand history, collections, finishes, pricing, lead times.

Operational Support

• Consistently seek to assist the APPARATUS team with client needs and in developing and delivering solutions to maintain the highest level of client experience.
• Manage general opening and closing duties -- preparing for showroom walk-throughs, lighting levels, object/furniture placement, incense burning.
• Maintain stock levels of finish samples, incense, waters, cleaning and guest restroom products.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven showroom, sales, or sales assistant experience or similar client-facing role.
• Knowledge and interest in contemporary design.
• Experience in a business that requires a team to execute the common vision, understands the value of the individual and the team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively both digitally and in-person.
• Proven ability in a high-paced environment that values consistency, efficiency, and excellence.
• Administrative or interior design assistant experience helpful.

SKILLS

• Strong aesthetic and presentation skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and a desire to learn and deliver on-brand APPARATUS communication and presentation standards.
• Curious and resourceful approach to learning.
• Strategic and solutions-based thinker.
• A consistently positive attitude displayed both as an individual and within a collaborative team of peers and management.
• Ability to respond professionally to critical feedback and proactive in seeking support and help when needed.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part-time gallery hours (~3 days/week)
• Saturday shifts required.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW AND CHECK-INS SCHEDULE

• Annual performance review.

This is a part-time position with competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is based in our London Gallery. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.K.

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APPARATUS (\"Company\", \"we\" or \"us\") has issued this California Privacy Notice to describe how we handle Personal Information that we collect and process about job applicants who are residents of California (collectively referred to as \"you\") applying for a job at or working for APPARATUS.

We respect the privacy rights of individuals and are committed to handling Personal Information responsibly and in accordance with applicable law. This Notice sets out the Personal Information that we collect and process about you, the purposes of the processing and the rights that you have in connection with it. The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, including the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 and any regulations promulgated thereunder (“CCPA”), provides California residents with specific rights regarding their Information. This Notice, which applies only to California residents, describes your rights under the CCPA, explains how you may exercise your rights, and provides an overview on the types of Personal Information we collect.

When appropriate we will provide a “just in time” notice or notice at collection to cover any additional processing activities not mentioned in this document.

If you have any comments or questions about this Notice, please contact us at hr@apparatusstudio.com

The CCPA defines “Personal Information” as information that identifies, relates to, describes, references, or is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or household. Data that has been de-identified, anonymized, or aggregated, or that otherwise cannot reasonably be related back to a specific person, is not considered Personal Information.

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We may also process Sensitive Personal Information relating to you. The CCPA’s definition of Sensitive Personal information includes social security, driver’s license, state ID, or passport number; racial or ethnic origin; union membership; biometric information; and personal information concerning health, or sexual orientation (\"Sensitive Personal Information\"). We do not sell Sensitive Personal Information collected under this Notice.

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