Director of Secondary Market Sales, New York Art Gallery
For our renowned and rapidly-expanding New York contemporary art gallery we are seeking a Director of Secondary Market Sales. The successful candidate will work with the Executive team to create a comprehensive strategic long-term plan for a department of secondary market works ranging from early 20th century modernism to contemporary work and including secondary market work by the gallery’s roster of artists. Duties include: sourcing blue-chip works of art for private sales and gallery exhibitions; managing all aspects and stages of sales; development of client relations with private, corporate and museum collections; curatorial strategies for the introduction of secondary market work into the gallery’s program; market research and analysis; attendance at major auctions, art fairs and other secondary market sources; other duties as necessary. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience with a major gallery or auction house and a focus on the secondary market, extensive client contacts, a proven sales record and excellent communications, networking and organizational skills. Highly competitive salary and benefits. An excellent position for an opportunity-oriented team player who can create and implement strategies from the ground up. Please send resume with detailed cover letter and contact information for at least three references to: [log in to unmask]
Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
P. 212.779.7059
F. 212.779.7096
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