Trainee Fine Art Forwarding Agent
| Area | Heathrow, London |
| Sector | Trainees |
| Salary | 20000 - 25000 Pounds Sterling |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Gary Prangnell |
| Job Ref | 11081 |
- Description
- Our client is looking to add a Fine Art Freight Forwarding Agent
Salary: GBP20,000-GBP25,000 per annum, depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Annual Leave: 25 days
The Opportunity
A new opportunity is available for a Fine Art Freight Forwarding Agent to join an established specialist fine art logistics business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a start to a long-term career within the fine art freight forwarding and logistics industry.
The successful candidate will join a busy and friendly team and will be involved in the day-to-day coordination of fine art shipments for private clients, galleries, dealers, artists and other industry professionals.
Full training will be provided, so previous experience within fine art or freight forwarding is not essential. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, reliable and keen to learn.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
·Entering and maintaining accurate job and shipment information within the company's internal systems
·Setting up new jobs and shipments from initial instruction through to completion
·Liaising with clients via email and telephone
·Communicating with suppliers, carriers and overseas agents
·Providing professional and friendly customer service
·Coordinating with internal teams to ensure shipments are managed efficiently
·Assisting with quotations, bookings and general shipment administration
·Monitoring shipment progress and keeping clients updated
·Preparing and maintaining relevant documentation and records
·Filing and general administrative duties
·Working as part of a close-knit team to ensure all jobs are handled accurately and professionally
·Developing an understanding of international freight forwarding, customs and fine art logistics
Requirements
·Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
·Confident speaking with clients, suppliers and colleagues
·Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills
·Confident using computers and learning new systems
·A positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude
·Willingness to learn and develop new skills
·Hard-working, reliable and punctual
·Flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team
·A full UK driving licence and access to a car is required
·Previous experience in freight forwarding or fine art is advantageous but not essential
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone at the beginning of their career who is keen to learn, develop and build a career within the specialist world of fine art logistics.
You will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, communicating with a variety of people and managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and customer service.
The role offers the opportunity to gain experience across the wider fine art logistics and freight forwarding operation, with potential for progression as your knowledge and experience develop.
Benefits
·Salary: GBP20,000-GBP25,000 depending on experience
·25 days annual leave
·Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
·Full training provided
·Opportunity to develop a career within the specialist fine art logistics industry
·Friendly and supportive working environment
·Career progression opportunities
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.
