At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary market, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today.

Who will work well with us:

The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger
creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the
the commercial art world is not required but it is preferred.

About the Opportunity:
Sales Assistant to Partner | $60-70k

• Support the Partner in all sales related tasks, including sending previews and offers, arranging in person viewings, and following up with clients as needed.
• Coordinate all sales administration, including liaising with the accounting team to create invoice paperwork.
• Track and log client interests and requests.
• Manage and maintain day-to-day calendar, travel, and itineraries.
• Responsible for organizing the Partner's inbox, and staying on top of all communication requests.

What you’ll do:

• Work closely with the Partner and additional sales assistant on all relevant tasks.
• Provide administrative support to the partner, while strategically managing their time and travel.
• Liaise frequently with multiple departments within the gallery including but not limited to: Registration, Research, Client Development, Digital, Marketing.
• Manage all Post-Sale services for clients including sending invoices, tracking payments, and general follow up.
• Support the Partner and other team members with sales strategy.
• Assist in drafting and monitoring any correspondences on behalf of the Partner.

What we would like you to have:

• 2-3 years in an assistant or administrative support role at a gallery.
• Experience supporting senior leadership with calendar management and travel itinerary.
• Detail oriented with experience in managing upwards.
• Strong Multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize and anticipate needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross departmentally.
• Passion for and knowledge of contemporary art.

What you will love about David Zwirner (benefits)

• David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery’s long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including: David Zwirner Online, David Zwirner Books, Dialogues, Platform, Utopia Editions, Consignments, Program.
• Premier Access - to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars.
• Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner commitment to Galleries Commit.
• Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, New Museum, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, Family Medical/Dental/Vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, if you need assistance in applying to a role you may reach out to recruiting@davidzwirner.com.