Art Sales Consultant

Prestige Gold Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary art gallery in London is seeking an experienced Art Sales Consultant to drive strategic growth. The role involves developing new business opportunities and managing high-level relationships with collectors and corporate clients. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years' experience in business development within the contemporary art world, excellent communication skills, and a strong network of art professionals. This position offers a competitive salary with commission, among other benefits.

Benefits

International travel to art fairs

Competitive salary with commission

Collaborative team environment

Inspiring work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in business development or sales in the contemporary art world.
• Strong existing network of collectors and art professionals.
• Proven track record of generating and closing deals.
• Knowledge of the contemporary art market, both UK and international.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to expand the gallery's client base.
• Oversee cultivation and retention of high-value collectors and clients.
• Track market trends and identify emerging opportunities.
• Work closely with the curatorial and marketing teams.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Client relations

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Located in the heart of London, our contemporary art gallery is dedicated to representing a diverse roster of emerging and established artists. We pride ourselves on curating compelling exhibitions, participating in international art fairs, and fostering dynamic relationships with collectors, institutions, and corporate partners.

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Gallery Director, the Art Sales Consultant will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive growth strategy, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating high-level relationships across the art, luxury, and corporate sectors.

Please note this role is mainly phone based.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Revenue Generation

Develop and implement innovative strategies to expand the gallery's client base, including HNWIs, corporate collections, and international art buyers.

Lead sales initiatives across exhibitions, art fairs, and digital platforms.

Client Relationship Management

Oversee the cultivation and retention of high-value collectors and clients.

Host and represent the gallery at openings, art fairs, and private viewings.

Market Research & Analysis

Track market trends and identify emerging opportunities within the contemporary art space.

Analyse sales data and generate reports to inform strategy and forecasting.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with the curatorial and marketing teams to align business goals with exhibition programming and gallery branding.

Mentor junior sales or business development staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in business development, sales, or client relations within the contemporary art world or luxury market.
• A strong existing network of collectors, art professionals, and/or corporate clients.
• Proven track record of generating and closing deals.
• Knowledge of the contemporary art market, both UK and international.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven, strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a respected London gallery with global ambitions.
• Opportunity to shape the gallery's commercial future and artist success stories.
• International travel to major art fairs and client meetings.
• Competitive salary with commission and performance-based incentives.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team and an inspiring work environment.