Junior Broker

D’Stassi Art; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

D’Stassi Art in Shoreditch seeks Sales Consultants to identify prospective collectors, develop client relationships and convert leads into sales. You will work under the Head of Sales and MD, receiving guidance and support from senior leadership.

The role suits commercially minded individuals confident speaking with new people, aiming to meet measurable targets. Art market experience is helpful but not essential; a genuine interest in contemporary art is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Ambitious, career-driven mindset for a new business sales role.
• Excellent spoken and written English with professional telephone manner.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with new enquiries and prospective collectors via phone, email, and in person.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Present artworks with clear information on artists, availability and pricing; hit sales targets.

Skills

Sales

Prospecting

Client relationships

English language

Communication

Tools

CRM system

Job description

D’Stassi Art is looking for several ambitious, professional and career-driven Sales Consultants to join the team at our flagship gallery in Shoreditch.This is a new business sales position focused on identifying prospective collectors, developing client relationships and converting qualified leads into sales. Successful applicants will work directly beneath the Head of Sales and Managing Director, receiving guidance, training and ongoing support from the gallery’s senior leadership team.This position would suit someone who is commercially minded, confident speaking with new people and motivated by achieving measurable results. Previous experience within the art market is beneficial but not essential. A genuine interest in contemporary art, culture, luxury, sales or relationship-led business development would be an advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Engaging with new enquiries and prospective collectors by telephone, email, messaging platforms and in person
• Proactively identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective clients
• Nurturing leads through consistent and thoughtful follow-up
• Understanding each client’s interests, budget and collecting objectives
• Presenting suitable artworks and providing clear information about artists, availability and pricing
• Working towards individual and gallery-wide sales targets
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client information within the gallery’s CRM system
• Supporting private views, exhibitions, art fairs, collector dinners and other gallery events
• Representing D’Stassi Art professionally both inside and outside the gallery
• Collaborating closely with the Head of Sales, Managing Director and wider gallery team

The ideal candidate

• A strong desire to build a successful career in sales
• A tenacious, proactive and results-focused attitude
• Excellent spoken and written English
• A confident, professional and personable telephone manner
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The confidence to engage with clients face to face
• A welcoming and polished demeanour
• The ability to listen carefully and understand a client’s requirements
• A willingness to learn and follow an established sales structure
• Good organisation and consistent follow-up habits
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Availability to attend occasional evening and weekend exhibitions, launches, dinners and events

Sales Consultant

The Sales Consultant position is suitable for an ambitious candidate at the beginning of their sales career or someone looking to move into the art market.Training and guidance will be provided, but applicants must demonstrate confidence, determination and a strong willingness to learn.

Career development

D’Stassi Art is continuing to grow, creating opportunities for high-performing team members to progress into positions including Senior Sales Consultant, Art Broker and Account Manager.The role also provides opportunities to build relationships within the art and cultural industries through gallery exhibitions, private events, art fairs, collector dinners and artist-led programmes.

Remuneration

Junior Art Broker: Competitive base, plus commission on completed sales.Full details of the salary, commission structure, payment terms and sales targets will be discussed during the interview process.