Gallery & Retail Manager
Cockpit Closing date: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 "> published -
Job Description
Cockpit is looking for a seasoned, ambitious Gallery & Retail Manager to lead of an exciting new gallery and retail space in the City of London.
Job Requirements
- Experience managing a gallery, retail space or similar venue.
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for craft, design and independent - makers.
- Experience in retail, sales, stock and merchandising.
- Experience delivering events, programmes and marketing activity.
- Experience managing a small team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Flexible to support occasional evening and weekend events.
Desirable
- Experience with EPOS, CRM or gallery software.
- Photoshop and social media scheduling skills.
- Experience with project management software.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage the gallery and retail programme.
- Curate and manage exhibitions and retail stock.
- Plan and deliver events, workshops and talks.
- Oversee installations, packing, shipping and presentation of artwork.
- Lead and support the gallery team.
- Manage the space, budget and day-to-day operations.
- Work with the marketing team to promote the programme and grow audiences.
- Build relationships with makers, customers and cultural partners.
- Represent Cockpit and its makers to visitors and the wider public.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Gallery & Retail Manager
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Charity
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
To apply, send a CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the brief to [email protected]
with the subject line GALLERY & RETAIL MANAGER APPLICATION. Your cover letter should outline your
interest in the post and working with Cockpit, and how your experience fits the job role.
- Contact name: Fabienne O'Neill
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Cockpit
Cockpit is a centre of excellence in craft and home to over 180+ of the world’s finest makers. Established in 1986, Cockpit is a registered charity and an award-winning social enterprise. Cockpit provides business support and dedicated studio space to enable makers to make the most of their talent. With an international reputation for excellence, Cockpit is proud to have launched the careers of many of the leading names in contemporary craft.