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Gallery & Retail Manager, Cockpit

  •  London
  •  Â£30k-40k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes November 17, 2026
  •  Fabienne O'Neill
  •  fabienne@cockpitstudios.org
  • #Charity

Description

Job Description

Cockpit is looking for a seasoned, ambitious Gallery & Retail Manager to lead of an exciting new gallery and retail space in the City of London.

Job Requirements

- Experience managing a gallery, retail space or similar venue.
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for craft, design and independent - makers.
- Experience in retail, sales, stock and merchandising.
- Experience delivering events, programmes and marketing activity.
- Experience managing a small team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Flexible to support occasional evening and weekend events.

Desirable
- Experience with EPOS, CRM or gallery software.
- Photoshop and social media scheduling skills.
- Experience with project management software.

Job Responsibilities

- Manage the gallery and retail programme.
- Curate and manage exhibitions and retail stock.
- Plan and deliver events, workshops and talks.
- Oversee installations, packing, shipping and presentation of artwork.
- Lead and support the gallery team.
- Manage the space, budget and day-to-day operations.
- Work with the marketing team to promote the programme and grow audiences.
- Build relationships with makers, customers and cultural partners.
- Represent Cockpit and its makers to visitors and the wider public.

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How to Apply

To apply, send a CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the brief to [email protected]
with the subject line GALLERY & RETAIL MANAGER APPLICATION. Your cover letter should outline your
interest in the post and working with Cockpit, and how your experience fits the job role.

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