Gallery Assistant Full Time NEW

The Role

Osborne Samuel are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised full-time Gallery Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the gallery. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who is keen to work in a busy Modern British art gallery and eager to develop a career in the commercial gallery world.

The gallery is open from Monday to Friday, 10am till 6pm, though the occasional weekend and evenings will be required in the event of Private View openings and art fairs (renumerated in lieu).

Key Responsibilities

Gallery Operations

• Opening and closing the gallery and maintaining a welcoming front-of-house presence
• Greeting and assisting visitors, collectors, and trade clients
• Answering telephone and email enquiries promptly and professionally
• Managing the gallery diary and scheduling appointments

Inventory & Administration

• Maintaining and updating the gallery’s database of works (condition reports, provenance, location records)
• Assisting with the cataloguing of new acquisitions
• Preparing sale documentation, invoices, and certificates of authenticity
• Coordinating with framers, conservators, art handlers, and shippers

Research & Content

• Conducting provenance and exhibition history research using auction records, and catalogues raisonnés.
• Assisting with the preparation of catalogue essays, artist biographies, and condition reports
• Supporting the team with social media content, newsletters, and website updates

Art Fairs & Events

• Assisting with the preparation and installation of exhibitions and art fairs
• Attending fairs and private views as required

Personal Specification

Essential

• Education to degree level
• An interest in and enthusiasm for Modern British art
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• UK Right to Work full time

Desirable

• A degree in History of Art, Fine Art, or a related discipline (Languages etc)
• A second language
• Experience with gallery management software (e.g. Artlogic)
• Experience in a gallery, auction house, or museum setting
• Knowledge of art handling, packing, and shipping logistics

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining your interest in the role to Emma Arrindell [[email protected]]. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Applications are being considered on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The final deadline is 12 (noon) on 12th June 2026.

Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person