Art Gallery Operations Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Operations Officer (with Basic Accounting Skills)
Bluerider ART seeks a full-time Operations Officer for its London gallery. Qualified candidates should be highly personable, proactive, motivated, and have strong communication skills. Previous experience at a gallery, museum, or comparable arts organization is required.
Job Summary:
The Operations Officer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the gallery, with a focus on basic accounting and financial management. This role will involve working closely with other members of the gallery team to ensure the gallery is operating effectively and efficiently.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage the gallery's basic accounting tasks, including invoicing, payment collection, and tracking expenses.
- Maintain accurate financial records, including tracking sales and expenses in a spreadsheet or accounting software.
- Prepare basic financial reports, including income statements and cash flow statements, and provide updates to senior management.
- Work with the gallery team to manage inventory of supplies, including office stationery, promotional materials, and exhibition equipment.
- Assist in the planning and execution of gallery events, including openings and exhibitions.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Previous experience in basic accounting, financial management, or operations, preferably within the arts sector.
- Fluent in both English and Chinese.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in both English and
Chinese.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with spreadsheet software, such as
Excel.
- A detail-oriented, take-ownership approach, self-organization, and the ability to
manage multiple concurrent tasks and projects.
- Demonstrated familiarity with and interest in contemporary art and the gallery’s program.
The position is 5 days a week. Applicant will occasionally need to work additional hours for events and openings. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Absolutely no calls or walk-ins, please.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three (3) references to hr@blueriderart.com
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
- Chinese (preferred)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Art Gallery Operations Officer roles across Bluerider ART's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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