Gallery Manager (Japanese Speaking)ID:37883

5,000 SGD ~ 7,000 SGDCityabout 7 hours ago

Overview

  • Salary

    5,000 SGD ~ 7,000 SGD

  • Industry

    Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure, Publishing/Printing/Advertising/Broadcasting, Other

  • Job Description

    Our client is a Japanese art gallery company seeking a Gallery Manager to oversee gallery operations, manage client relationships, support exhibitions and events, and drive business development initiatives. The successful candidate will report directly to the Director.

    【 Responsibilities 】
    - Oversee the daily operations of the gallery and museum, ensuring that both spaces are well-maintained and appropriately prepared for exhibitions, events, and visitors.
    - Lead and coordinate the Singapore-based team across sales, exhibitions, programmes, design, logistics, and administration, including delegating responsibilities and monitoring project progress.
    - Manage exhibitions and projects from planning and production through to installation, opening, and deinstallation, coordinating closely with artists, curators, designers, contractors, and vendors.
    - Manage artist- and artwork-related matters, including artist communications, artwork documentation, consignments, availability, shipping, storage, and installation.
    - Oversee sales activities and build strong relationships with collectors, corporate clients, and other stakeholders.
    - Support artwork presentations, private viewings, quotations, reservations, and post-sale coordination.
    - Manage and support the gallery’s participation in local and international art fairs, including artwork selection, documentation, logistics, booth requirements, and coordination with external partners.
    - Coordinate exhibitions, talks, workshops, VIP events, and other gallery programmes.
    - Develop and manage partnerships with cultural institutions, corporate partners, and educational organisations.
    - Monitor exhibition, project, and operational budgets, including quotations, procurement, invoices, and other administrative matters, and provide regular updates to management.
    - Serve as the key liaison between the Singapore team and Whitestone Gallery’s international offices, coordinating international exhibitions, artwork movements, and artist projects.

Qualifications

  • Requirement

    【Requirements & Preferences】
    - Bachelor’s degree in Arts Management, Fine Arts, Cultural Management, Business, Communications, or a related discipline.
    - 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably within an art gallery, museum, arts institution, or cultural organisation.
    - Proficiency in Japanese (minimum JLPT N2) is essential to communicate effectively with Japanese-speaking management, artists, clients, and business partners.
    - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
    - Experience in team management, project management, or overseeing gallery or museum operations.

  • English Level

    -

  • Other Language

    -

Additional Information

  • Benefit

    【 What You Will Receive 】
    - Commission: 3%–4% of the net amount received by the company for each artwork sold, after deducting the artist’s share, applicable taxes, and transaction or bank charges.
    - Annual Leave: 10 days, increasing annually up to a maximum of 20 days.
    - Medical and Dental Benefits: Reimbursement of up to S$600 per year upon submission of receipts, applicable after successful completion of probation.
    - Work Injury Compensation Insurance.
    - Time off in lieu for work performed on public holidays or additional working days.

  • Working Hour

    10:00 ~ 19:00

  • Holiday

    -

  • Job Function