Art Handler

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bonhams Full time
About Bonhams

Bonhams is a leading global auction house with a rich history and a commitment to excellence. Our global operations are based in key locations around the world, including London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong, where we sell in over 20 categories, including motor cars, paintings, jewelry, and entertainment memorabilia.

About the Team

The London Art Handling team is a dynamic and enthusiastic group based between our New Bond Street and Knightsbridge locations. We pride ourselves on providing a high level of support to auctions and internal processes, ensuring the smooth running of our operations. Our team members are passionate about safely and efficiently installing and deinstalling a wide range of artwork, presenting it to the highest aesthetic standard, and continually looking to improve with new techniques.

About the Role

This role involves working closely with the Senior Art Handler, Head of Saleroom, and wider operations team to ensure the safe handling, installation, movement, and storage of all works of art throughout the galleries and back-of-house areas. The successful candidate will also support specialist departments in the day-to-day management and movement of property, while meeting auction deadlines and adhering to Bonhams' internal processes.

About You

We are looking for an efficient, hard-working, and proactive individual who is able to work calmly under pressure. Previous experience and knowledge of handling and installing fine art are essential, as is excellent client service skills. The ideal candidate will be flexible, honest, and highly self-motivated, with a willingness to take the initiative and work hard, sometimes for long hours. They will also be able to work evenings and weekends when required and undertake regular lifting.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Ensure clear and frequent communication with colleagues and management, escalating any issues in a timely manner.
  • Movement, handling, and packing of artwork between and within Bonhams locations, in compliance with company manual handling and health and safety policies.
  • Supporting and assisting departments to meet deadlines in preparation for public viewings, auctions, and events.
  • Supporting and assisting departments with online auctions, particularly viewing by scheduled appointments.
  • Installation of artworks and objects, requiring the use of hand and power tools.
  • Working at height on occasions.
  • Regular heavy lifting, including moving large paintings, sculpture, works of art, furniture, saleroom equipment, and display cabinets.
  • Maintaining a high degree of vigilance for the safe custody of goods on viewing and auction days, reporting any anomalies to the Senior Art Handler, Head of Saleroom, or Gallery Manager.
  • Ensuring that all key areas in the building are clear and operational at all times.
  • To be appropriately attired.
  • To provide excellent client service at all times.
  • To be aware of and follow all best practices concerning the handling of art and objects and health and safety controls in the workplace.
  • To ensure that all lots are checked off and a location catalogue prepared before public viewing.
  • To accurately locate property within the salerooms and in collections.
  • To prepare the gallery before the commencement of the auction, ensuring all necessary equipment is available and in place.
  • To liaise with and support cashiers and client service teams as and when required.
  • To safeguard and protect the condition of artwork at all times.
  • To assist in the supervision of the clearing of objects by a third-party shipper, ensuring they also safeguard the condition of items at all times.
  • To ensure all accidents, damage, or loss are immediately reported to the Head of Saleroom and a report is sent to the correct internal email for record purposes.
  • To perform specialist department duties as allocated, specifically the day-to-day management of property care, inventory accuracy, and movement of lots within the offices, studios, and salerooms.
  • To communicate and liaise with relevant specialist department teams to ensure property is managed according to their requirements or deadlines.
  • To ensure both specialist teams and saleroom management are aware of the current workload and flag any competing priorities or issues that may create conflict.

Key Skills & Attributes

  • Communication - your judgement is sound on communication content, style, and method.
  • Relationship building - you are proactive and inclusive, and you inspire trust and confidence.
  • Organised - you understand priorities and manage your workload methodically.
  • Analytical - you apply evidence-based thinking to your rationale and decision making.
  • Situational decision making - you work beyond a 'one size fits all' approach.

What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits and perks, including:

  • days' holidays (including Bank Holidays), increasing to with service.
  • Healthcare and Life Assurance.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Season Ticket Loan.

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