Candidates

If you have at least 6 months of work experience in the art world, and are looking for your next step, we would love to hear from you. Our website is kept up to date so you always know what is on offer. We have clients in a variety of creative sectors looking for candidates from entry to executive director level and they could be looking for someone just like you. View our available positions here.

WORKING WITH LWAI

When we work together on a role, we will take the time to get to know you. We will find out your key skills and the type of position you are looking for so we can match you with the right opportunities. We offer candid feedback to help you put the best foot forward and are happy to offer advice on job searching and CV writing.

We always welcome CVs from candidates with at least 6 months of work experience in:

Galleries
Museums
Auction houses
Art magazines
Archival work
Art schools
Corporate art collections
Family offices
Art advisories

Art institutions
Art fairs
Art insurance companies
Fine art shippers/storage
Private art collections
Art newspapers
Conservation/restoration/installation/framing
Art-related online positions

CLIENTS WE HAVE WORKED WITH:

1858 Art Advisory
Affordable Art Fair
Albion Barn
Alison Jacques
Ana Tzarev
ArtAncient
artdog
artnet
Artvisor
Atkis Gallery
Bagri Foundation
Barnebys
Galeries Bartoux
Beowulf
Bonhams
Bowman Sculpture
bG Gallery
Browse & Darby
Cadogan Tate
Campbell Art
Corvi-Mora
COLNAGHI
Colour One
Charles Ede
Cheim & Read
Chelsea Physic Garden
Chloé Nelkin Consulting
Chiswick Auctions
Christie's
Claudia Comte Studio
Crane Court Gallery
Cricket Fine Art
Crozier Fine Arts
Cynthia Corbett
DAG
David Aaron
David Zwirner
Dawsons Auctioneers
DeBuck Gallery
Dovecot Studios
Duxbury Advisory Ltd.
Elizabeth Xi Bauer
Eclectic Gallery
Edel Assanti
Edge of Arabia
Elmwood's
Fiumano Clase
Finarta
fineartmultiple
Fine Art Consultancy
Gallery Fumi
Flint Culture

Frahm & Frahm
Fredrikson Stallard
Frieze
Garage
Gazelli Art House
Gregg Baker Asian Art
Gilden's Art Gallery
Halcyon Gallery
Hanmi Gallery
Heather James Fine Art
Helly Nahmad Gallery
Hindman Auctions
Holster Projects
HOFA Gallery (House of Fine Art)
Hugo Dalton
Ibi International Logistics
India Art Fair
In The Pink
Ivor Braka
Jecza Gallery
Jerwood
Joseph Walsh Studio
Josh Lilley
Kaufmann Repetto
KTW London
LAMB
Lévy Gorvy Dayan
Lisson Gallery
Louise Alexander Gallery
London Art Fair
Lysenko Gallery
Maddox Gallery
Mall Galleries
Marchant Asian Art
Marc Straus Gallery
Marguerite Humeau
Galeria Mayoral
MAXIMILLIAN WILLIAM
Mazzoleni Art
Midas PR
M.s. Rau
Nara Roesler
Nevill Keating Pictures
October Gallery
Offer Waterman
Oliliver Malingue
Omer Tiroche Gallery
Oscar Murillo
Ordovas
Galeries Orlinski
Paul McAneary Architects Ltd.

Pelham Communications
PERROTIN
Peter Harrington Gallery
Pilar Corrias
Pippy Houldsworth Gallery
Philipp Humm
Prune Nourry
Queen's
Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery
Rele Gallery
Robilant+Voena
Rosenbaum Contemporary
Gallery Rosenfeld
Saatchi Gallery
Sadie Coles HQ
Santi Jewels
Skarstedt
Sotheby's Institute of Art
Stik
Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers
Science (UK) Limited
TAEX
Taschen
Thaddaeus Ropac
The Art Newspaper
The Linda Blackstone Gallery
The Modern House
The Modern Institute
The New Craftsman
Thomas Gibson Fine Art
Timothy Taylor
Tristan Hoare Gallery
Unbolted
Unit
Verse
Views
Waddington Custot
West Chelsea Contemporary
Whitewall Galleries
White Cube
Woolff
YARAT Contemporary Art Centre

Featured Employers

Featured Jobs

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Executive Assistant

London/Oxford

Europe

£110 net per day + commission

Executive Assistant for an avant-garde and contemporary gallery in London.

Senior Art Consultant

London

Europe

DOE plus commission

Senior Art Consultant needed for Contemporary Gallery in London

PA/Collections Manager

London

Europe

Approx £40k

PA/Collections Manager for an Art Advisory in London

Shipping Coordinator

London

Europe

Up to £36k

Shipping Coordinator for an art logistics company in London

Testimonials

Thanks to LWAI, I’ve found the best job I could ever dream of straight out of university. Now every day I have a chance to grow in an intellectually stimulating environment. I would highly recommend their knowledgeable and professional approach to anyone searching for art-related roles.

Gabriela Adamczyk Candidate - PA/Office Administrator

I’ve now got an incredible job with a good salary, chance of progress and in a perfect environment to learn and to grow. I would definitely recommend LWAI. They have the right contacts and tools to place any professional in the art market.

Guilherme Maximino Candidate - Sales

I’ve been on LWAI’s books for about a year. Since then I’ve always found LWAI to be friendly, professional and knowledgeable. They’ve found me some good job opportunities and treated me in the best possible way. I would completely recommend them to friends in the art world.

Joe MadeiraCandidate - Creative Director

LWAI was recommended to me by Sotheby’s Institute of Art. They have always treated me with great professionalism, kind attention and politeness. Lacey has an excellent reputation and gave me some crucial tips on writing a CV to get a position in the UK. Without any doubt, I would recommend them to colleagues looking for a new role.

F. G.Candidate

LWAI are passionate, knowledgeable and professional and I’ve recommended them to many of my friends. They have given me useful advice on how I can enhance my career in my chosen field. I felt well suited and well prepared. Lacey is fantastic at her job and I hope she will continue to help me on my career journey.

Camilla ColeCandidate - Registrar

We've been using LWAI since 2013. Since then, Lacey has offered consistent, valuable support and has put us in touch with consistently high calibre candidates who have all been respectful, well-reputed and very knowledgeable people.

Agnes LinFounder of Osage, Asia

Communicative, reliable and friendly, LWAI understand the demands of a fine art gallery and the applicants that would succeed in a fine art setting. All candidates were intelligent, hardworking and ambitious people who have strong experience in art, business or a related field; and a passion for art. I would be happy to recommend LWAI.

Heather James Fine ArtHeather James Fine Art, USA

LWAI are reliable and approachable. They understand our needs and the sector so are very well positioned to offer suitable candidates. I would absolutely recommend LWAI to colleagues and friends in the art world.

Pelham CommunicationsPelham Communications, London

The art world has very distinct characteristics and traits that can be hard to explain to somebody who isn’t directly involved with the industry. As well as being well-connected, caring, conscientious and energetic, Lacey has knowledge of how things work and what attributes are needed for a role in art.

Chloé NelkinFounder of Chloé Nelkin Consulting, London

LWAI is an invaluable partner of Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Their expertise in the art sector has enhanced the career prospects of our students and graduates. From providing job opportunities to sharing valuable industry insights, it is a pleasure to work with such a professional and committed team.

Diana Ewer Head of Careers at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London

LWAI helped me get my current position. During the hiring process they made sure I was prepared and informed of what the employer was looking for. After each interview stage they would check in and ask how it went. I really felt supported and ready to succeed. I love my current position and I would not be there without LWAI.

Zach FriedlineCandidate - Operations Manager

Lacey West are a leading recruitment agency in the art market. We have always found them to be hard working, determined and passionate about finding the best candidates for the role.

Salomon AaronDirector at David Aaron, London

Whilst based in the South of Europe and Lacey in London it was never too difficult for her to satisfy our needs in finding a Gallery Director here in the Algarve, Portugal. Always a pleasure to deal with we would not hesitate to recommend her services, and we would definitely use her again!

Phil BurksFounder of In the Pink, Portugal

Having worked with LWAI for nearly 10 years, I can confidently say they are an outstanding recruitment partner. They are responsive, fast-moving, and dedicated to finding the best candidates. LWAI is our go-to agency; they consistently deliver candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right cultural fit. I truly value the relationship we’ve built.

Jo DollardDirector of HR at Lisson Gallery, London

Working with Ekaterina and the entire team has been a fantastic experience from the very first LinkedIn message to the final steps of the process. They supported me every step of the way, coordinating interviews, sharing feedback, and assisting with salary negotiations and the start date. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.

M NCandidate - Strategic Sales Manager

I had an excellent experience with Lacey West Art International who were able to find a role which matched both my career aspirations and experience. I would highly recommend them to anyone in the art industry looking for a new position.

Matt KirkumCandidate - Associate Director

Lacey and her team have always been friendly, responsive and professional. Through LWAI I have found several well suited jobs. I would confidently recommend them to anyone seeking a new opportunity in the art world.

Andre de KockCandidate - Executive Administrator of an Artist's Estate

My experience with LWAI was a wholly positive one - they provided plenty of interviews and opportunities, their contacts and expertise landing me in a well paid role in a reputable institution. My experience has allowed me to learn, expanding my knowledge and building my professional potential exponentially.

Kane SawyerCandidate - Registrar

Lacey and Ekaterina supported me on several occasions during my job search, and each time I experienced a high level of professionalism, attentive listening, fast response times, and a genuine commitment to both the candidate and the employer. I always felt they were actively working to serve the best interests of both sides.

Giovanni GeneraliCandidate - Marketing Manager

Lacey West and her team are always the first stop when we’re hiring. They seem to have access to the best talent out there and are a pleasure to work with.

Tom AustinGlobal Sales Director, Barnebys

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Candidates

Featured Employers

Featured Jobs

Executive Assistant

Senior Art Consultant

PA/Collections Manager

Shipping Coordinator

Testimonials

Gabriela Adamczyk Candidate - PA/Office Administrator

Guilherme Maximino Candidate - Sales

Joe MadeiraCandidate - Creative Director

F. G.Candidate

Camilla ColeCandidate - Registrar

Agnes LinFounder of Osage, Asia

Heather James Fine ArtHeather James Fine Art, USA

Pelham CommunicationsPelham Communications, London

Chloé NelkinFounder of Chloé Nelkin Consulting, London

Diana Ewer Head of Careers at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London

Zach FriedlineCandidate - Operations Manager

Salomon AaronDirector at David Aaron, London

Phil BurksFounder of In the Pink, Portugal

Jo DollardDirector of HR at Lisson Gallery, London

M NCandidate - Strategic Sales Manager

Matt KirkumCandidate - Associate Director

Andre de KockCandidate - Executive Administrator of an Artist's Estate

Kane SawyerCandidate - Registrar

Giovanni GeneraliCandidate - Marketing Manager

Tom AustinGlobal Sales Director, Barnebys

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