Art Advisor

Company Description

L'Artelier is a prestigious hub for art collectors, enthusiasts, and artists, connecting creativity with curation to inspire communities. Located in the heart of the New York City Metropolitan Area and the Hamptons, the organization is committed to discovering, promoting, and curating fine art collections. L’Artelier values fostering meaningful relationships within the art community while emphasizing creative excellence and personalized client services. Our mission is to support art appreciation and help individuals build unique collections that reflect their vision and aspirations.

Role Description

L’Artelier is seeking a driven Art Advisor for our Southampton gallery, someone who thrives in a sales focused environment and is motivated by building relationships and closing deals. This role is ideal for someone who combines a strong commercial instinct with an appreciation for contemporary art.

You will play a key role in driving revenue, developing new client relationships, and positioning the gallery for continued growth.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through proactive client outreach, in person engagement, and closing sales

• Build, manage, and continuously expand a strong base of collectors and qualified clients

• Convert inbound inquiries and digital leads into long term, high value relationships

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking and referrals

• Advise clients on acquisitions with a strong understanding of pricing, positioning, and market demand

• Maintain consistent follow-up and relationship management to maximize repeat business

• Collaborate on exhibitions, events, and sales strategies to support gallery growth

• Track client activity, pipeline, and sales performance against targets

• Light Art Handling and inventory management

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven success in sales, preferably in art, luxury, or high-value client environments

• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets

• Strong closing skills with confidence in high touch, face to face selling

• Excellent communication, persuasion, and negotiation abilities

• Ability to work in a fast paced, target driven environment

• Highly motivated, results oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset

Additional Strengths

• Experience in galleries, auction houses, luxury retail, or real estate

• Existing network of collectors or high net worth individuals

• Strong interest or knowledge in contemporary art

• Multilingual is a plus (French, Spanish, Mandarin, etc.)

Working Structure

• Flexible schedule, including weekends and events

• Performance based compensation with strong commission upside

• Opportunity to grow within a scaling gallery environment