Gallery Assistant

Overview

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.

Gallery is open Monday to Friday, 10am – 6pm. Occasional weekend and evening work may be required for private view openings and art fairs (renumerated in lieu).

• 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

• 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

• 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

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

• 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

• 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 (). 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.

Work Location:

In person

Salary: £30,000.00 per year