The Fine Art Group (TFG) is an independent, global team of art advisors and art finance experts committed to supporting clients at every level of art market activity, across its five core services: art advisory, art finance, art investment, agency and valuation. TFG has an unrivalled track record across its collective services, occupying a unique position within the art ecosystem. From building a collection and acquiring art, to selling strategy and execution, investment opportunities and art financing, The Fine Art Group has the expertise and capacity to meet a wide range of needs and interests.
We are looking for an energetic Appraisals Manager within the Arts and Collections industry to provide support to our Sales team and oversee our team of experienced appraisers and art advisors in conjunction with our Director of Appraisals. You will work with various appraisal team members and report to the Director of Appraisals.
While it is preferred the role be located out United States. We have offices in the New York City area... remote employment is open for this role.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Bachelors Degree in Art History or directly related industry (Masters Degree preferred)
USPAP Certification
Minimum 5 years experience in the Art Appraisal, Advisory or Auction Industry
Minimum 3 years management experience, with a experience managing FT & PT direct reports
Prior cataloguing, valuation and quality control experience
Track record of implementing a strategic and visionary approach when accomplishing company goals
Strong interpersonal skills and a solid ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels within the organization
Demonstration of ability to take strategic steps to evaluate with an eye to creating efficiencies within current business practices
Strong ability to analyze financials, and develop plans to grow revenue and mitigate losses and expenses
Ability to develop and motivate department support staff to accomplish current goals
Superior Industry Knowledge – Facility with industry and appraisal guidelines for Insurance, Damage loss, IRS donation, IRS Estate Probate, IRS Gift Tax, Divorce equitable distribution, and Current Knowledge of USPAP guidelines and tax changes related to tangible assets
Project Management - Skillful in organizing, implementing, and managing projects and tasks including multiple budgets, timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
Experience coordinating calls, organizing schedule and events, communication and correspondence with clients and referral sources, dissemination of information, research and collecting client data.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal and conflict management skills
Independent, pro-active, balanced approach with positive attitude under tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to handle large work loads
Ability to work under high pressure and very busy situations
Understanding and knowledge of the Museum, Gallery, Auction and Fine Art Markets
RESPONSIBILITIES are inclusive of but not limited to:
Appraisal Coordination (90%)
Serve as a point person for all appraisal clients including major global relationships
Assess client’s needs, send proposal, book appointment & annual review (when possible) and collect payment
Schedule, coordinate & follow up with appraisers for onsite or remote appraisals; appraisal reminders, expense and Invoice reminder as well as photography and documentation submission
Work with the administrative team to efficiently bring projects to conclusion
Engage with clients regarding appointments, appraisals, general inquiries
Follow-up with client referral sources for clients they refer including project update and answering any questions they may have
Confirm appraisal appointments and project status updates with Sales Team including changes to appointments, project scope, and budget.
Complete and confirm final Invoicing for clients and accounting department
Update and Maintain Current Client Database
Overseeing Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reporting in various formats
Respond to incoming telephone calls, perform necessarily follow up and communicate with sales team on client status.
Review, edit, and deliver final appraisal reporting to client
Manage the appraisal review process to create better efficiency and control the quality of the appraisal reports
Quality control of all appraisals for industry compliance (AAA, USPAP, etc.) accuracy of values and approach to value as well as comprehensive and professionalism of the reports
Reach out to appraisers, as needed, to provide them with feedback on their work and/or discuss questions and concerns relating to our appraisals process
Actively manage appraisal coordinators throughout the appraisal process
Advisory (10%)
Develop and Cultivate future Advisory Clients
Conduct phone bids on behalf of TFG clients
Assist with estate sale clients including onsite reviews and estimate gathering and organization of sale details
Team Support
Work very closely as support staff to one senior sales team member and the Senior Director of Appraisals
Coordinate Regionally & Globally for multi-territorial appraisals
Communicate any workflow changes with team and appraisers
