About Us
Lacey West Art International (LWAI) offers professional recruitment services for all arts-related businesses across the globe. Client or candidate, we strive to get to know you well. Our unrivalled personal service and attention to detail, paired with our reasonable client commission rates, make us a consistently popular choice within the industry. We fully commit our resources to helping you achieve your recruitment or career goals, so whether you have a position to fill or are on the search for a new career opportunity, we look forward to hearing from you today.
Sectors We Cover
Art + Tech
Galleries & Museums
Artist Studios
Fine art shippers/storage
Private art collections and advisories
Auction houses
Latest Jobs
Marketing & PR Manager for an Antiquities and Natural History Gallery in London
London/Europe/
Salary: Up to around £45k per annum
Our client is a renowned gallery in Mayfair, London, specialising in Classical Greek and Roman, Egyptian, Near Eastern, and Islamic works of art, as well as important items of natural history. The gallery has facilitated the creation of celebrated private collections and collaborated with prestigious museums worldwide. It presents exceptional pieces of ancient art and natural history in their Mayfair showroom and at leading international art fairs.
They are recruiting for a Marketing and Public Relations Manager to lead campaigns in the UK and internationally, and aid the development of the gallery’s brand.
Part time, Partnerships & Commercial Manager for an inclusive arts space in Peckham, SE London (Temporary with the possibility of extension)
London/Europe/
Salary: £38,000 p/a. (flexible and pro rata for part time)
Our client is a dynamic, inclusive arts space with artist studios based in Packham. They are a young arts organisation at a truly pivotal stage of their development. Now in their fourth year, they are looking for a creative, driven individual who can realise the potential of their assets and make a transformational difference to the company’s growth, long-term future and financial sustainability.
This role is a newly created position intended for an energetic, highly motivated self-starter. Reporting directly to the Founders and the Artistic Director, the successful candidate will take ownership of a diverse portfolio encompassing venue hire, individual giving, corporate sponsorship, and entrepreneurial commercial activities. This is a rare and rewarding opportunity for someone with a demonstrable track record of generating income in a cultural setting, who is excited to contribute to a more equitable cultural future.
Junior Fine Art Operations Coordinator with a fine art logistics company based in West London
London/Europe/
Salary £25k-35k DOE
Our client has a dedicated division that specialises in fine art logistics. The company provides a comprehensive range of services for the transportation, handling, and storage of fine art, including paintings, sculptures, installations, and other valuable objects.
They understand the unique needs and requirements of the fine art industry, and work closely with artists, galleries, collectors, and museums to provide tailored solutions for each client's specific needs. They have extensive experience in managing complex and high-value art logistics projects, both nationally and internationally.
They are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Junior Fine Art Operations Coordinator. The candidate’s job role would involve supporting the day-to-day operations of their Fine Art department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for art, excellent communication skills, and strong project management abilities.
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08.05.26
Digital Skills Every Art Professional Should Have
The art world is increasingly becoming more digital, and so it is essential to keep up with these important changes. While professional art skills and expertise remain essential, digital confidence has become increasingly important, now existing as a baseline requirement across museums, galleries, studies and art organisations.
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How to Prepare for a Trial Shift or Test Task
A very common final step in the hiring process is a trial shift or other test. We have been seeing a few of our UK-based and international clients to implement this step as a part of the hiring process especially for roles with a practical element such as an Art Technician and Registrar, as well as for roles that require a lot of in person communication such as a Personal Assistant. These activities are useful for both companies and candidates to determine if the role is best for that person and how they will fit into the existing team.
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What Are Art Employers Really Looking For?
The art world is famously competitive, but the truth is that employers across museums, galleries, studios, auction houses, and arts organisations are looking for many of the same qualities. Whether you’re applying for a marketing position, an artist liaison role, or a position in conservation or collections management, understanding these expectations can give you a real advantage.
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