Contemporary art jobs in United Kingdom

Salary: £43,000 gross annual Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Islington, London Job description: Select and curate artwork for exhibitions, ensuring a diverse and engaging portfolio. Collaborate with emerging and established artists to plan solo and group exhibitions. Builds and maintains relationships with clients, seeks out new business opportunities, and represents the organization at conferences, exhibitions, and other promotional events. Organize and oversee the installation and presentation of artworks. Develop and maintain a business plan, setting goals for profitability and growth. Handle sales, commissions, contracts, and pricing of artwork. Lead the planning and execution of the gallery’s participation in major international art fairs (e.g. Art Basel, Frieze, Independent). Stays informed about the latest trends, publications, and releases within the relevant industries. Expand the gallery’s international network, particularly within Mandarin-speaking markets. Identifies client needs and manages the planning and execution of various creative projects from concept to completion. Required Skills: Strong understanding of contemporary and/or historical art movements Ability to curate exhibitions and select works aligned with gallery themes Excellent verbal and written communication for liaising with artists, clients, institutions, and media Ability to negotiate sales and build long-term relationships with collectors and patrons Understanding of art market trends, pricing strategies, and sales processes Multilingual and fluent in Mandarin and English

We’re looking for a charismatic and talented waiter/waitress to join the team at Crispin at Studio Voltaire. We’re looking for a kind and dedicated Waiter/ Waitress to join our team. A Waiter/ Waitress can expect: · On target earnings of £14 - 16p/h with service charge (This can fluctuate much higher or lower). · Free dining and drinks for you and a guest for all new team members · 50% off dining for you and 3 guests at Bar Crispin, Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire · 20% off retail wine · Personalised development plans for continued learning and progression · Group socials · Opportunities to work with our wider team at internal and external events, chef collaborations, weddings, and food fairs etc. Crispin x Studio Voltaire is a 50- cover restaurant, counter bar and terrace, focussing on classic, unpretentious seasonal dishes, showcasing the best produce of the British Isles. Studio Voltaire is a non-profit gallery and studios, focussing on contemporary arts, public program of exhibitions and live events. We come together to provide a beautiful 90’s inspired restaurant space that feels very much a part of the gallery. In addition to our restaurant service, we work with our events team on some very special events along side Studio Voltaire team. Our friendly and informal service is led by Senior General Manager, Alessandra Pertusati who’s joined by Head Chef, Michael Miles (previously Counter 71 and Manteca).

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 months) Team: Finance Reports to: Finance Director Location: Office-based Salary: Up to £32,000 About White Cube: White Cube was set up by Jay Jopling in 1993 as a project room for contemporary art. The gallery has since grown into one of the most influential commercial galleries in the world, representing internationally renowned artists such as Georg Baselitz, Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Mona Hatoum, Anselm Kiefer, Liu Wei, Park Seo Bo, Doris Salcedo and Jeff Wall. White Cube’s exhibition programme extends across locations in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, Seoul and online. Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists. Role Overview: We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join the Finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate management of invoices, expenses, and supplier payments. The role requires someone who can manage a high-volume workload efficiently while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail. You will play a key role in ensuring that supplier relationships remain strong and that financial records are well-maintained for compliance and reporting. Key Responsibilities: • Receive, review, and process supplier invoices and employee expenses using Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Ensure invoices are correctly coded, authorised, and entered into the accounting system. • Match invoices to purchase orders where applicable. • Verify inventory details for artwork-related invoices and ensure costs are accurately posted. • Check for missing information, such as artwork references, and follow up as necessary. • Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure all payments are made accurately and on time. • Reconcile supplier statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies. • Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and respond professionally to queries. • Approve and process invoices under set thresholds. • Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring they align with company policies and travel guidelines. • Ensure all receipts are itemised and correctly coded before final approval. • Assist in maintaining and improving the expense management system (Concur). • Perform weekly reconciliations for bank accounts across multiple entities and currencies. • Cross-check that payments and receipts are correctly posted in the system. • Update currency exchange rates for relevant accounts. • Ensure supplier and expense data remains up-to-date and accurate. • Reconcile VAT statements with paid invoices and support international VAT reporting requirements. • Maintain organised and complete records for audits and compliance purposes. • Monitor the finance email inbox, ensuring all queries are addressed or allocated promptly. • Assist with adding suppliers and maintaining codes in the financial systems. • Provide support to the wider Finance team as required, including training staff on processes. Skills and Experience: • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role is essential. • Proficiency with financial systems such as Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage tight deadlines. • Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of transactions efficiently and effectively. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. • Experience in handling international VAT and multi-currency accounts is a plus.