Job Information
* Location: Basildon, East Anglia, United Kingdom
* Company: JR UK
* Client / Employer: Artelier | Art Consultancy
* Job Reference: 3685367630455111680373446
* Listing type: Basic
* EU work permit required: No
* Posted: 29.05.2026
* Expiry: 13.07.2026
* Employment type: Full‑time, 5 days / 37.5 hours per week
* Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 GBP (or €40,000 - €55,000 EUR) plus performance bonus
* Role: Remote possible; office preferred in Bristol, UK or Málaga, Spain
Artelier is a leading international art consultancy based in the UK and Spain. Working on the most iconic projects internationally, the company’s portfolio includes public art, exhibitions, private residential, yachts/aviation, corporate and hotels. We are a small team of passionate and dedicated individuals.
Education and Experience
* At least 10 years of 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, architecture, interiors/design, or an art‑related subject.
Please note, applicants who do not meet the above essential criteria will not be considered.
Highly Desirable Criteria
* 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.
* Team leadership ability, managing a team of 5 or more.
* Experience working closely with client teams and managing project relations.
* Experience managing suppliers, preferably artists and galleries.
* Proven technical skills and proficiency with project management software, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) and AutoCAD.
* Preferably a 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.
Key Responsibilities
Art Research & Curation
* Research artists and maintain an extensive knowledge of contemporary art, craft and design including detailed making processes and materiality.
* Lead a cutting‑edge approach to art curation and stay ahead of the curve with latest art world and design developments relevant to our industries.
* Develop sophisticated, well‑researched, contextually relevant art concept presentations.
* Refine and evolve concept presentations through to 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 presentation.
* Maintain a 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 the most suitable suppliers for artwork production, framing and installation.
* Review DD documents and verify artwork specifications before supply.
* Manage orders and contracts with artists, and oversee the commissioning process; proactively identify and address potential challenges with specific artworks.
* Collaborate with artists to troubleshoot technical or aesthetic issues with artworks.
* Oversee artwork inspections at studio and storage facility, ensuring quality standards; raise issues to director when necessary.
Project Management & Delivery
* 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 projects are delivered within budget; obtain quotes from artists and suppliers, place orders, and track payments.
* Present financial summary report to the director upon project completion.
* Track client payments and liaise with director to ensure cash flow.
* Manage shipping partners to arrange large complex international shipments, including obtaining quotes, collating invoices for payment, and preparing export documentation.
* Liaise with clients at delivery stage to ensure smooth logistics.
* Develop and maintain relationships with trusted logistics and shipping partners.
* Go to site to oversee installation of international projects and coordinate installation teams for smooth on‑site delivery.
General
As a small company you will also be involved in day‑to‑day administrative tasks. You will be conscientious, highly professional, confident in a client‑facing role, work well in a team and be personable. The role will likely involve travel to key suppliers, clients and project locations.
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