Gallery Director

Salary/Rate:€60,000 to €70,000 DOE
Job type:Full-Time
Town/City:Algarve, Portugal
Sector:Art Galleries and Dealers
Level:Experienced (5 years+)
Set Up:Onsite
Post Date:16.12.25
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About the Role

Our client is looking for a new Gallery Director to join their team in March 2026.

The gallery is looking for someone who can lead a small team, and drive recognition and brand identity. Our client wants the brand to become iconic and consistent, a trusted cultural authority, and a destination. The ideal candidate will help to create a stronger digital presence and more sophisticated marketing, including with the use of AI.

About the Gallery

Our client is a fine art photography gallery, based in the Algarve, Portugal. Over the last three and a half years, they have emerged not just as a Photography Gallery but as a leading force in the Cultural Landscape in Portugal with international reach, local influence, and a vibrant community. They regularly work with leading international photographers, and champion local artists in Portugal. 

They have a growing community of High Net Worth clients and collectors mainly from the Golden Triangle but also the immediate hinterland, Lisbon and Porto. Their reach is growing exponentially, and they need a Director who can manage this growth.

The advisory side has been open for 18 months, and they are expanding their reach through new residences in Portugal. They aim to further integrate into the local community with cultural and educational projects through their Charitable Foundation.

In 2026 the gallery has a number of events and exhibitions lined up including 2 exhibitions in February and their main show of the year, an Iconic Show featuring imagesof an English singer, songwriter and actor.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and management for the gallery team
  • Contribute to sales and marketing efforts
  • Engage with existing clients and customers to enhance sales and increase conversions
  • Bring strong financial leadership and discipline

The ideal candidate will have/be:

  • Must be fluent in English and Portuguese
  • Experience working as a ‘Brand Builder’ and Creative Producer
  • Experience in Sales and/or client relationships to help enhance existing relationships and increase conversions into high end sales.
  • Leadership & management experience, especially in a high end gallery or luxury brand context
  • Financial experience and strong financial discipline
  • Luxury and/or art sales experience, particularly within fine photography art
  • Experience working and engaging with HNW and UHNW individuals and communities
  • Be charismatic, disciplined and enthusiastic
  • Be ambitious and motivated to help the growth of the gallery

 

 

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