About Us
We are a young and ambitious art and design gallery based in London with a growing international profile. We specialise in presenting innovative design and contemporary art, working with both established and emerging artists and designers. As a small but dedicated team, we thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and are seeking a dynamic leader to help shape our future.
The Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Gallery Sales Director to lead our sales strategy, manage client relationships, and oversee our small sales/admin team. This is a leadership role, directly reporting to the Directors, that requires a balance of proven commercial expertise, management skills, and the ability to develop long-term business growth strategies.
The successful candidate will be someone who can confidently drive sales while also implementing structures, programs, and strategies to support our gallery’s ambitions in a competitive London art market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets
• Manage and mentor the existing Gallery Sales Manager and any future team members
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with collectors, designers, institutions, and art professionals
• Oversee the full sales cycle, including negotiation, closing, after-sales service, and follow-up
• Implement client development programs and outreach initiatives
• Collaborate with the Directors on exhibition and annual programming strategy
• Provide leadership in setting structures and processes to grow the gallery sustainably
• Represent the gallery at fairs, openings, and industry events (nationally and internationally)

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a London-based gallery environment with a strong sales track record
• Proven record of achieving and surpassing sales targets in the art or design market
• At least 3 years’ experience managing staff or teams successfully
• Strong existing client network and ability to cultivate new high-level relationships
• Experience in developing and implementing gallery programs and sales strategies
• Confident communicator and strong negotiator with excellent organisational skills
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Available immediately - must be able to start as soon as possible. Remote is accepted until end of September

Desirable Skills

• Fluency in additional languages
• Knowledge or background in design
• Experience with suppliers and exhibition production

What We Offer

• A leadership role within a young, growing gallery with substantial room for input and impact
• Involvement in shaping the commercial and strategic future of the gallery
• Opportunity to work with talented artists and designers at a pivotal stage of the gallery’s growth
• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and performance-based incentives
• Opportunity for equity compensation with a standard vesting schedule

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Profit sharing

Experience:

• gallery: 5 years (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London W1B 1A

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets
• Manage and mentor the existing Gallery Sales Manager and any future team members
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with collectors, designers, institutions, and art professionals
• Oversee the full sales cycle, including negotiation, closing, after-sales service, and follow-up
• Implement client development programs and outreach initiatives
• Collaborate with the Directors on exhibition and annual programming strategy
• Provide leadership in setting structures and processes to grow the gallery sustainably
• Represent the gallery at fairs, openings, and industry events (nationally and internationally