Company Description:
Galeries Bartoux, a Family Artistic Adventure.
For nearly 30 years, Galeries Bartoux has been established as an international main actor in the art market, with 18 galleries spread across France, Monaco, London, and Miami.
Driven by great ambitions, we are planning the upcoming opening of a unique new space in Venice. Located in the heart of the Dorsoduro district, this former 16th-century theater, is being transformed to create a unique space combining an Art Gallery, Art coffee, and immersive space.
Today, we are proud to bring together 80 employees who share a common passion for Art.
Our artistic approach is based on interaction with the public, raising awareness of art and exciting cultural values. Galeries Bartoux works with great masters, established artists, and emerging artists; this alchemy creates the DNA of our galleries.
With an unconditional love of art, we go beyond prejudices, we are committed to share our vision.
As a human-sized company, we cultivate a friendly, family-oriented environment where every talent finds its place. Gender equality is essential to our corporate culture, and every member of our team contributes to our success.
Job Description:
Galeries Bartoux is seeking Art Sales Consultants (M/F) for their upcoming opening in Venice, Italy. This incredible Art Adventure in a huge space mixing an Art Gallery & immersive exposition area in the heart of Venise will open its doors from September 2025.
We are offering an initial fixed-term contract between 6 & 8 months, with the possibility of moving to a permanent position. Reporting to the Gallery Manager, your missions, if you accept them, will be as follows:
- Welcome clients, provide accurate and clear information with a high-quality level of service
- Do Sales performance
- Offer an exceptional, luxurious, sales experience & Art advice to our public & Customers
- Provide excellent service by following up with each client on delivery steps, administrative tasks, and feedback on their gallery experience
- Achieve sales targets
- Be comfortable selling high value Art pieces & Negotiations
- Manage customers relationships by building strong relationships
- Provide commercial and administrative support
- Support the Gallery’s internal organization – Light Art handling may be required
- Actively participate in event planning in collaboration with the Marketing department
- Support the daily maintenance of the Gallery
We implement an onboarding system for our new employees by mentoring, offering you training on Contemporary Art and sales techniques specific to Galeries Bartoux. You will benefit personalized support to succeed within our team.
In addition, we offer real opportunities for professional development. You will be able to move & visit our various international galleries through internal mobility, based on your ambitions and performance.
Description of the desired profile:
Graduated from a business school or a BTS (Higher National Diploma in Sales or Art World), you are trained and comfortable with sales techniques, with a minimum of 4 years of sales experience in a luxury environment, retail or in the Art industry.
Your profile:
- Strong negotiation & interpersonal skills
- Team player
- A sense of challenge, you are proactive & dynamic to impact the gallery’s performance
- Knowledge of the Art market and the luxury sector
- Excellent presentation
- You are motivated, rigorous, positive, and responsible
- You like versatility
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) are required
- Desire to work and invest within a team and company with strong growth potential
- Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
- Basic computer skills are highly recommended
- Fluency in Italian & English are mandatory
- Knowledge of French or another foreign language is highly valued.
We are recruiting, above all, individuals with strong sales skills & personality!
Together, let’s cultivate a passionate and responsible team with the love of Art!
Do you want to rethink the codes of the art industry and contribute to the influence of GALERIES BARTOUX and our Artists? Don’t hesitate, this job offer is for you!
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term, Permanent
Salary Monthly average: Between €2,500.00 & €5,000.00 gross per month depending on com%.
Hours:
- Available on weekends
- Daytime work
- Holiday work
Additional Compensation:
- Commissions on Sales
What we include:
- Meal vouchers
- Participation bonus to reward your commitment and results
For more information, visit our website www.galeriesbartoux.com.
Please share your CV at: recrutement@galeries-bartoux.com