Art Sales Consultant Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Newcastle Gallery in the role of Art Sales Consultant.
Our Newcastle Gallery is based in the heart of this vibrant city, on the award-winning Grey Street, which has been named one of the most picturesque streets in the country. The gallery is just a stones throw away from the Theatre Royal and Grainger’s market, and houses a stunning collection of artwork in a relaxed yet friendly environment.
In this exciting and well rewarded sales role, you will be part of an exceptional team whose love for our art and passion for customer service are key to our success. We offer a competitive salary, plus excellent uncapped commission and bonus with on-target earnings of £40k+. We also offer great opportunities for further training and development, as well as future progression opportunities.
Castle Fine Art is the UK’s market leading publisher and retailer of original and limited-edition art. Our success has been maintained through the toughest of times and we continue to grow and develop our business. As part of our team, you will work in a beautiful environment, introducing our exceptional art (by artists including Bob Dylan, Ronnie Wood, Billy Connolly and Johnny Depp) to our loyal client base.
Art Sales Consultant remuneration and benefits:
- Excellent bonus and uncapped commission structure (OTE - £40k+ )
- Staff discounts
- Perkbox benefits - Read more on the Perkbox website
- Pension scheme
- 28 days initial holiday allowance, plus 1 additional day for each year of service (to a maximum of 33 days per annum)
- Relocation packages available for progression into management roles
Art Sales Consultant responsibilities
- Providing exceptional client service to our loyal and growing client base
- Sale of our exciting artwork to clients, both in our gallery and via phone and email
- Achievement of individual and gallery team sales targets
- Developing long term client relationships and nurturing their love of our art
- Identifying possible business opportunities through local business links
- Effective marketing and promotional activity, for example assisting with organisation and support for gallery events and exhibitions
Required and desirable Art Sales Consultant skills and experience
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets (preferred)
- Previous 1-2-1 sales experience (preferred)
- Highly motivated to achieve against set targets
- Ability to effectively communicate in person and by phone
- Confident, highly presentable and with an understanding of exceptional customer service
- Personality is central to making a success of this role and we welcome enthusiastic, engaging individuals who enjoy interaction with clients
- A driving license is desirable (for possible home consultation visits with clients)
- Detailed prior knowledge of art is not required, as full training is provided, but previous sales experience is Preferred
Please note this role entails moderate physical duties on a daily basis. Candidates must be able to accommodate such tasks.
If you think this exciting role could be for you, please apply now to become our next Art Sales Consultant. We would love to hear from you!
