PART TIME Gallery Assistant - Thompson's Gallery Aldeburgh
**Applications - CV & Cover letter to new sent to Megan Thompson - applications@thompsonsgallery.co.uk**
Thompson’s Gallery is seeking a dedicated and proactive Gallery Assistant to support the in the day-to-day operations of the gallery in Aldeburgh. This is a multifaceted role encompassing sales, administration, exhibition planning, logistics, marketing, and client relations
Job Description
Gallery Assistant - Thompson's Gallery Aldeburgh
Location: Aldeburgh, Suffolk
Salary: Based on experience
Hours: PART TIME, 3-4 days a week 10am-5:30pm ( day negotiable) 2 Saturdays a month required
Contract: Permanent with a probationary period of three months; review after one month. Ideal start date 1st May 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Liaison & Sales
* Assist in developing sales strategies for in-person and online sales.
* Maintain the Artlogic database, ensuring accurate client, sales, and stock records.
* Provide high-quality service to clients, fostering long-term relationships.
Exhibitions & Art Fairs
* Support exhibition planning and delivery, including administration, research, logistics, catalogue design, and installation coordination.
* Assist with the organisation of art fairs, managing bookings, shipping, and participation.
Logistics & Administration
* Manage domestic and international shipping, including invoicing, packing, restoration, and insurance documentation.
* Assist with general office administration, maintaining efficient filing systems.
* Prepared to hang exhibitions and change windows displays.
Marketing & Communications
* Collaborate with the social media consultant to provide weekly content.
* Draft and circulate press releases and exhibition announcements.
* Monitor and respond to general email enquiries.
Director Support
* Provide PA support to the Gallery Director.
Personal Qualities & Skills:
* Good knowledge of Art and interiors.
* Experience in a commercial setting gallery, auction house, or similar environment.
* Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), a willing to learnAdobe Photoshop & Artlogic - our website management system
* Exceptional organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* Strong writing skills
* Highly self-motivated with attention to detail and the ability to work independently.