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Art Handler

2 months ago

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

Bonhams is a leading global auction house with a rich heritage and a commitment to excellence. Our global operations are based in major cities around the world, where we sell in a wide range of categories, including fine art, antiques, and collectibles.

About the Team

The London Art Handling team is a dynamic and experienced group of professionals based between our New Bond Street and Knightsbridge locations. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional support to our auctions and internal processes, ensuring the smooth running of our operations.

We take great care in presenting artwork to the highest aesthetic standard and continually look to improve our techniques. Working closely with our wider operations team, we ensure the successful execution of our auctions, providing excellent customer service to our clients as required.

About the Role

This role involves working closely with our 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 our galleries and back-of-house areas.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our specialist departments in the day-to-day management and movement of property, while continuing to meet our auction deadlines. Adhering to our internal processes and safeguarding the property at all times is of utmost importance.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual who possesses the following skills and attributes:

  • Efficient and hard-working, with a proactive approach to work
  • Able to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Previous experience and knowledge of handling and installing fine art
  • Excellent client service skills and a flexible approach to work
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends when required, and undertake regular lifting
  • Flexible team player with a punctual and proactive approach
  • Computer literate and experienced with working at height and using gallery equipment

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Ensuring 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 our company manual handling and health and safety policies
  • Supporting and assisting our departments to meet deadlines in preparation for public viewings, auctions, and events
  • Supporting and assisting our 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
  • Providing excellent client service at all times
  • Aware of, and following, all best practices concerning the handling of art and objects and health and safety controls in the workplace
  • Ensuring that all lots are checked off and a location catalogue prepared before public viewing
  • Accurate locating of property within the salerooms and in collections
  • Preparing the gallery before the commencement of the auction, ensuring all necessary equipment is available and in place
  • Liaising with and supporting cashiers and client service teams as and when required
  • Safeguarding and protecting the condition of artwork at all times
  • Assisting in the supervision of the clearing of objects by a third-party shipper, ensuring they also safeguard the condition of items at all times
  • Ensuring 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
  • Performing 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
  • Communicating and liaising with relevant specialist department teams to ensure property is managed according to their requirements or deadlines
  • Ensuring both specialist teams and saleroom management are aware of current workload and flag any competing priorities or issues that may create conflict

Key Skills & Attributes

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

  • Communication – sound judgement on communication content, style, and method
  • Relationship building – proactive and inclusive, inspiring trust and confidence
  • Organised – understanding priorities and managing workload methodically
  • Analytical – applying evidence-based thinking to rationale and decision-making
  • Situational decision making – working beyond a 'one size fits all' approach

What We Offer

Bonhams offers 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