At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales, build relationships, and develop new business in a vibrant art gallery.
- Company: Upsilon Gallery, a dynamic and growing international art space in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, and access to an existing client database.
- Other info: Flexible hours for events and exhibitions; great earning potential for top performers.
- Why this job: Join a creative team and connect with art lovers while boosting your career.
- Qualifications: Sales experience in contemporary art or luxury markets; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 41850 - 51150 £ per year.
Upsilon Gallery is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Sales Associate to join our London team. This is a sales-focused role for someone who enjoys developing relationships, generating new business and converting opportunities into long-term clients.
OVERVIEW
- Location: 64 Grosvenor Street, London, W1K 3JH
- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am-6:00pm
- Full time, on-site
- Reports to: Managing Director, London
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
- Drive sales across the gallery's program, including exhibitions, art fairs and represented artists
- Develop new business opportunities across the gallery's wider commercial program and initiatives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective collectors and clients
- Proactively develop new clients and sales opportunities through networking, outreach and relationship building
- Manage and follow up client enquiries, leads and ongoing sales opportunities
- Develop a strong understanding of clients’ interests and provide tailored recommendations and proposals
- Arrange and conduct client meetings, gallery visits and private viewings
- Maintain a strong knowledge of the gallery’s artists, exhibitions and available works, as well as the wider art market
- Maintain accurate client and sales records within the gallery CRM
- Prepare relevant sales and client documentation as required
- Work collaboratively with the wider gallery team to support the gallery’s program and commercial objectives
- Meet and exceed individual sales and business development targets
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
- Competitive base salary with an uncapped commission structure
- Access to the gallery’s existing client database and sales leads
- Opportunity to develop your own portfolio of collectors and clients
- Exposure to an international program of emerging, established and blue-chip artists
- A collaborative environment within a growing international gallery
- Strong earning potential for high-performing sales professionals
REQUIREMENTS
- Previous sales or business development experience within Contemporary Art, the Luxury Market or other high-end client-facing environment
- Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills
- Able to provide a high level of service to collectors and clients
- Strong interest in contemporary art
- Flexibility to work additional hours for exhibitions, gallery events and other occasions as required
DESIRABLE
- BA or MA in Art History or a related field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory management systems (Artlogic or similar)
- Additional language skills
- Experience working across multiple gallery locations
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills
- Highly organized and self-motivated
- Collaborative and adaptable
- Strong commercial awareness
Sales Associate employer: ArtsHub (UK) Ltd.
Rise Art is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and collaborative work culture in the heart of London and Bordeaux. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development while ensuring a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the success of artists and collectors alike. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering outstanding customer experiences and driving innovation in the art industry.
