Trainee Fine Art Forwarding Agent

Zoe; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career progression

Office based role

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Zoe in Bagshot is seeking a Trainee Fine Art Freight Forwarding Agent to join a busy, friendly team. No previous experience required; full training provided to launch a long-term career in fine art logistics.

You will learn to enter shipment details, coordinate bookings, and communicate with clients, suppliers and carriers. Salary £20,000–£25,000, 25 days' leave, Monday–Friday, office-based.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Confident speaking with clients, suppliers and colleagues.
• Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Able to easily commute to Bagshot.

Responsibilities

• Entering and maintaining accurate job and shipment information within the company’s internal systems.
• Setting up new jobs and shipments from initial instruction through to completion.
• Liaising with clients via email and telephone.
• Coordinating with suppliers, carriers and overseas agents.
• Providing professional and friendly customer service.
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure shipments are managed efficiently.
• Assisting with quotations, bookings and general shipment administration.
• Monitoring shipment progress and keeping clients updated.
• Preparing and maintaining relevant documentation and records.
• Filing and general administrative duties.

Job description

A new opportunity is available for a Fine Art Freight Forwarding Agent (Trainee) to join an established specialist fine art logistics business based in Bagshot.

This is an excellent opportunity for a college leaver or second jobber looking to start a long-term career within the fine art freight forwarding and logistics industry.

The successful candidate will join a busy and friendly team and will be involved in the day-to-day coordination of fine art shipments for private clients, galleries, dealers, artists and other industry professionals.

Full training will be provided, so previous experience within fine art or freight forwarding is not essential. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, reliable and keen to learn.

Location: Bagshot
Salary: £20,000–£25,000 per annum, depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
Annual Leave: 25 days

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Entering and maintaining accurate job and shipment information within the company’s internal systems
• Setting up new jobs and shipments from initial instruction through to completion
• Liaising with clients via email and telephone
• Communicating with suppliers, carriers and overseas agents
• Providing professional and friendly customer service
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure shipments are managed efficiently
• Assisting with quotations, bookings and general shipment administration
• Monitoring shipment progress and keeping clients updated
• Preparing and maintaining relevant documentation and records
• Filing and general administrative duties
• Working as part of a close-knit team to ensure all jobs are handled accurately and professionally
• Developing an understanding of international freight forwarding, customs and fine art logistics

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident speaking with clients, suppliers and colleagues
• Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confident using computers and learning new systems
• A positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Hard-working, reliable and punctual
• Flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Able to easily commute to Bagshot, GU19…A full UK driving licence and access to a car is required
• Previous experience in freight forwarding or fine art is advantageous but not essential

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone at the beginning of their career who is keen to learn, develop and build a career within the specialist world of fine art logistics. You will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, communicating with a variety of people and managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and customer service. The role offers the opportunity to gain experience across the wider fine art logistics and freight forwarding operation, with potential for progression as your knowledge and experience develop.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• Salary: £20,000–£25,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm – Office Based
• Full training provided
• Opportunity to develop a career within the specialist fine art logistics industry
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Career progression opportunities