Antiques Emporium Assistant Manager
Grays Antique Closing date: Fri, 18 Dec 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Grays Antiques are looking for an Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day operations of one of the largest and most established Antique markets in London. This is a varied, people-facing role suited to someone highly organised, commercially minded and confident managing a close-knit but diverse community of dealers and staff.
This is a hands-on position overseeing operations, administration, community engagement, and marketing activity across the market.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, practical, reliable and comfortable supporting operational planning and the day-to-day management of the market. You will be responsible for assisting with the smooth running of the market, strengthening dealer relationships, and supporting the long-term development of the business.
Previous bookkeeping experience preferred but not essential.
This is a full-time, fully in-office permanent position 10 am to 6 pm, Mondays to Fridays.
Job Requirements
Assist the daily running of the market and office, bookkeeping, phone lines and post.
Assisting the management of shop licences of the 80 + separate units in the multistorey building including dealers and 4th floor workshop tenants.
Assistant with managing building-related matters, including contractor liaison and matters relating to the Grade II listed status.
Support the on-site team including the manager, security, marketing manager and maintenance.
Act as a point of contact for dealer concerns and operational matters, maintaining and strengthening relationships with our large community of antique dealers.
Reporting regularly directly to the market's manager.
Job Responsibilities
Remaining up to date on surrounding building works relating to the regeneration around Mayfair and pedestrianisation of Oxford Street.
Attracting new business to the market - both renting dealers and retail customers.
Lead the ongoing development and implementation of the new website.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Antiques Emporium Assistant Manager
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 18 Dec 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
CVs and cover letters to [email protected].
Deadline at 23:59 on 18 December.
About Grays Antique
Gray's is one of the UK's best-loved antique markets. Located in central Mayfair, Grays is home to over 80 dealers who specialise in antique jewellery, porcelain, silver, art, watches and more.
Over 90 expert dealers occupy four floors, offering everything from antique jewellery, vintage fashion, fine art, retro collectables, interior furnishings, textiles, ceramics, glass, silverware and much more.