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Assistant Registrar, Bernheim Gallery

  •  London
  •  Â£20k-25k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes December 7, 2025
  •  Lola Teller
  •  lola@bernheimgallery.com
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Description

Job Summary

Bernheim Gallery is seeking an experienced Registrar to join our dedicated and dynamic team in London. This full time position requires a minimum of two years experience in a similar role, preferably within the art industry.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all artworks and exhibitions are properly documented, handled, transported, and cared for according to the highest professional standards. They will oversee all logistics related to the shipment of incoming and outgoing artworks, assist with exhibition and art fair preparations, and provide clients with crating and shipping estimates.

The role requires knowledge of loan and consignment agreements, a strong working knowledge of international customs procedures, and a high level of understanding of registrar and art handling practices.

The role will be based at Bernheim Gallery (London), working on-site, consisting of 4-5 days per week (Tuesday - Friday 10am-6pm / Saturday 11am-5pm). Salary commensurate with experience.

Job Requirements

The Registrar should have the ability to manage and execute large-scale projects, both at the gallery and elsewhere, whilst simultaneously addressing requests that arise day to day in an efficient and timely manner. The Registrar will work very closely with the other members of the gallery team, sharing best practices regarding the movement of artworks for exhibitions and sales. The role will be client facing at times so excellent interpersonal skills are necessary.

The candidate must be highly organised, detail-oriented, dedicated, and flexible. Knowledge of contemporary art and gallery operations are necessary, and experience in using Artlogic is a benefit. We are seeking someone who is engaged, collaborative and able to make a long-term commitment to the gallery. Salary commensurate with experience.

Job Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Manage the gallery's inventory across onsite and offsite storage facilities in the UK and Switzerland.

Liaise with institutions, clients and artists' studios to provide estimates and organise incoming and outgoing shipments of artwork.

Coordinate and supervise artwork movements with shipping companies and storage facilities, ensuring best practices in care and handling.

Ongoing management of import, TA and Bond status of works, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.

Prepare detailed internal and formal condition reports of artworks for incoming loans, consignments and new inventory.

Manage insurance policies for artworks and maintain accurate insurance records.

Liaise, coordinate and manage freelance technicians and oversee the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions.

Maintain and update the gallery's Artlogic database; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Art logic is required.

How to Apply

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for contemporary art and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected]

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