Fine Art Operations Manager

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking a Fine Art Operations Manager for their London team. The successful candidate will manage the lifecycle of international fine art shipments and support the operational build-out of the Fine Art division. Required qualifications include a minimum of 5 years' experience in fine art logistics, strong knowledge of customs processes, and the ability to manage global subcontractors. Additional language skills are highly desirable. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new business line.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fine art logistics.
• In-depth knowledge of international airfreight and secure cargo movement.
• Strong understanding of customs processes including CITES and bonded imports.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full lifecycle of international fine art shipments.
• Preparing detailed and commercially sound quotations for logistics services.
• Coordinating international shipments and bookings with subcontractors.

Skills

Fine art logistics experience

Operational background

Knowledge of customs processes

Ability to manage global subcontractors

Language skills (French, Spanish, etc.)

Job description

At Alchemy we are working with a global logistics company who are looking to bring on a Fine Art Operations Manager to their London team.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply below!

Responsibilities

• Acting as one of the first key hires within the Fine Art division, supporting its launch and operational build‑out.
• Managing the full lifecycle of international fine art shipments, from client enquiry through to final delivery.
• Scoping and responding to client requests, understanding timelines, risk, and handling requirements in detail.
• Preparing detailed and commercially sound quotations for full end‑to‑end logistics services.
• Reviewing job margins, profitability, and addressing cost concerns with subcontractors and freight partners.
• Coordinating international shipments and bookings with global fine art subcontractors and forwarders.
• Overseeing all documentation, shipment tracking, and operational updates within internal systems.
• Ensuring strict adherence to fine art transport, packing, crating, and handling standards.
• Managing complex international movements involving customs, export licences, and cultural goods compliance.
• Collaborating with the Global Head of Fine Art to build scalable, high‑quality operational processes.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and partners during shipment execution.
• Supporting the growth and structure of a new business line within a secure, global logistics company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fine art logistics with a strong operational background.
• In‑depth knowledge of international airfreight, airline handling, AWBs, routings, and secure cargo movement.
• Strong understanding of customs processes including CITES, bonded imports, temporary admissions, and cultural export laws.
• Proven ability to manage global subcontractors and complex, multi‑stage fine art shipments.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for galleries, collectors, exhibitions, and fairs worldwide.
• Additional language skills (French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Mandarin/Cantonese) highly desirable.

Interested? Reach out to Alchemy Global Talent Solutions today.