Shipping Manager – Fine Art

Up £55,000 depending on experience

London - Onsite

The Company

A well-established leading fine art gallery with a focus on modern and contemporary art. They have multiple London locations and ship internationally to HNWI priding themselves on providing a quality service. Your role will be overseeing the scheduling and execution of both domestic and international shipments ensuring safe delivery.

What is on offer?

• Annual leave increases after a year
• Private medical cover after 2 years’ service
• 20 days annual leave + BH
• Opportunity to work with leaders in their field

What will you do as a Shipping Manager?

• Obtain and negotiate shipping quotes for inbound and outbound artwork shipments
• Manage bespoke shipments, including packing, paperwork, and regulatory compliance
• Monitor international and domestic shipments, troubleshooting issues efficiently
• Ensure all shipments comply with local and international shipping regulations
• Coordinate with internal teams to deliver projects cost-effectively and on time
• Escalate critical issues to the Head of Department when necessary

What will you need as a Shipping Manager?

• Previous experience in a senior shipping coordinator role within the art industry
• Experience in fine art shipping, logistics, or freight forwarding
• Knowledge of customs regulations, export and CITES licensing
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills for complex shipments

• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and regulatory bodies
• Happy to be onsite 5 days a week

Job ID; 9199