Job Description
Job Title: Fine Art Shipping Gallery Manager
Location: North West London
About the Company:
Our client is an established international fine art shipping company, renowned for delivering specialist logistics solutions for galleries and private collectors. With a strong reputation for precision, care, and reliability, they are now seeking an experienced Fine Art Shipping Gallery Manager to join their team.
Role Overview:
The Fine Art Shipping Gallery Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day gallery services, managing a small team, and ensuring the smooth delivery of projects across road freight, shipping, and specialist fine art logistics. Reporting directly to a Director, this role requires a hands-on professional with proven knowledge of fine art shipping, TA and Bonds, customs procedures, and gallery operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate gallery-focused shipping and logistics services, primarily road freight.
- Oversee and support a small team, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
- Work closely with galleries, dealers, and private clients to manage end-to-end logistics.
- Ensure compliance with TA and Bonds requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and procedures.
- Handle customs processes to ensure full compliance and smooth movement of artworks.
- Liaise with hauliers, agents, and internal teams to plan and monitor shipments.
- Provide solutions for complex logistical requirements while maintaining excellent customer service.
- Report directly to the Director on departmental performance, issues, and client projects.
Key Skills & Experience (Essential):
- Must have proven experience within fine art shipping.
- Must have experience in customs procedures.
- Must have previous exposure to working with galleries.
- Strong background in logistics or freight forwarding, with a focus on road freight.
- Previous team management experience with the ability to lead and motivate staff.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong client-facing communication and problem-solving abilities.
Package:
- Salary: £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
- Performance-related incentives and additional benefits.
- Opportunity to work with a highly respected international fine art shipping company.
- Long-term career progression and professional development.
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