Gallery Registrar (Maternity Cover)
Luxembourg + Co. Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Artform: Visual arts
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Temporary
London
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 "> published -
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly detail-oriented individual to provide maternity cover within our operations team. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of UK, European, and international shipping logistics, customs compliance, and registrar functions, ensuring artworks are transported, documented, and stored to the highest museum-grade standards. The position also works closely with the exhibition team to coordinate to gallery exhibitions, art fairs and events, managing all associated logistics from planning through to installation and deinstallation.
Job Requirements
5+ years' experience in fine art shipping, customs, or registrar role. Knowledge of European and international shipping. Knowledge of AML and cyber security procedures. Strong understanding of UK import/export procedures. Demonstrable experience managing HMRC Temporary Admissions and NIRU. Experience coordinating art fair logistics (e.g., Frieze Masters, Art Basel). Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in collections management databases and Microsoft Office. Calm under pressure with excellent communication skills. Professional and discreet when handling high-value artworks.
Job Responsibilities
Ensure the gallery remains a safe and organised environment. Maintain accurate artwork inventory and location tracking. Coordinate all photography, condition reporting, framing, conservation and oversee artwork handling and storage. Arrange insurance coverage for transit, storage, and exhibitions. Manage loan agreements and consignments. Supervise all gallery openings and events. Maintain building facilities and coordinate any gallery maintenance. Coordinate and monitor all domestic, European, and international shipments of artworks for all exhibitions and fairs. Arrange fine art transport, packing, crating, and courier travel. Prepare sales invoices and coordinate post sales shipping. Liaise with specialist art shippers and freight forwarders. Prepare and manage all shipping documentation, quotes and budgets. Manage TA and NIRU procedures in line with HMRC Ensure compliance with UK and EU customs regulations.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Gallery Registrar (Maternity Cover)
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Visual arts
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
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Location:
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Job: Gallery Registrar (Maternity Cover)
Job: Gallery Registrar (Maternity Cover)
Organisation: Luxembourg + Co.
Postcode: W1S 3PA
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter directly to [email protected] by 18:00 on 30th April 2026.
- Contact name: Helen Kempthorne
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Luxembourg + Co.
Luxembourg + Co. presents curated, museum-quality exhibitions of works by modern masters and contemporary artists in its spaces in New York and London.