Senior Art Consultant & Project Manager

Location

Stoke-on-Trent, Midlands, United Kingdom

Full-time 5 days/ 37.5 hours per week. Salary £40,000 - £55,000 GBP or €40,000 - €55,000 EUR, depending on experience plus performance bonus scheme. Remote option available; office preferred for candidates in Bristol, UK or Málaga, Spain.

Artelier is a leading international art consultancy based in the UK and Spain. We work on iconic projects internationally, including public art, exhibitions, private residential, yachts/aviation, corporate and hotel projects.

• At least 10 years’ professional experience researching, curating, designing, and managing FF&E and art for international commercial, hospitality, and private projects – not galleries and museums.
• Minimum university degree level in project management and/or an architecture, interiors/design, or an art‑related subject.

• Track record of delivering large‑scale and complex international design projects and programmes.
• Experience managing budgets over £1m.
• Knowledge of international shipping, imports/exports, and overseas logistics solutions.
• Team leadership, able to inspire and manage a team of 5 or more.
• Experience working closely with client teams and managing project relationships.
• Experience managing suppliers – preferably artists and galleries.
• Proficient with project management software, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and AutoCAD.
• Portfolio of design work and curation for projects – concept presentations through detailed design, specification, and documentation, preferably with art elements.
• Passion for modern and contemporary art, with a genuine desire to expand knowledge in this field.

• Research artists and maintain extensive knowledge of contemporary art, craft, and design, including detailed processes and materiality.
• Lead a cutting‑edge approach to art curation, staying ahead of the latest art world and design developments relevant to our industries.
• Develop sophisticated, well‑researched, and contextually relevant art concept presentations.
• Refine concept presentations through schematic design mark‑ups on floor plans, elevations, and renders.
• Prepare detailed design documents and schedules with item specification, procurement details, and supplier information.
• Liaise with suppliers to establish stock levels, commissioning details, and arrange sampling.
• Attend project sites to curate pieces and sign off final presentations.
• Maintain strong understanding of artistic processes, materials, and production methods to support decision making and quality control.
• Conduct research into artists, materials, and techniques to source suitable suppliers for artwork production, framing, and installation.
• Review DD documents and verify artwork specifications before supply.
• Manage orders and contracts with artists, oversee the commissioning process, and proactively address potential challenges with specific artworks.
• Collaborate with artists to troubleshoot technical or aesthetic issues with artworks as they arise.
• Oversee artwork inspections at studio and storage facilities, ensuring quality standards are met and escalating issues to the Director when necessary.

• Manage project timelines, track progress of artwork orders, and provide regular reports to the Director.
• Liaise with clients to provide regular updates, including schedules, sampling, artwork progress, and completion.
• Supervise and support project assistants and art technicians to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring delivery within budget. This includes obtaining quotes, placing orders, tracking payments, and presenting a financial summary report to the Director upon completion.
• Track client payments and liaise with the Director to ensure cash flow.
• Coordinate with shipping partners to arrange large complex international shipments, obtain quotes, collate invoices, and prepare required export documentation.
• Liaise with clients during delivery to ensure smooth logistics.
• Develop and maintain relationships with trusted logistics and shipping partners.
• Visit sites to oversee installation of international projects and coordinate installation teams for a smooth on‑site delivery.

As a small company you will also be involved in other day‑to‑day administrative tasks, client‑facing duties, and travel to key suppliers, clients, and project locations.