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David Zwirner

Onboarding & Recruiting Associate

David Zwirner, New York, New York, us, 10261


At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary market, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today.

Who will work well with us:

The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the commercial art world is not required. We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply. About the Opportunity:

Onboarding & Recruiting Associate | $60-65k

David Zwirner is seeking an Onboarding & Recruiting Associate to see through the full life cycle of role from inception through the new hire's first day. This person will interact with employees at all levels by handling their onboarding experience and introducing them to the gallery's culture. This position will be hybrid Monday-Friday, 10am to 6pm (on site 3-4 days/week).

What you'll do:

Manage the onboarding process for new hires by preparing onboarding paperwork, conducting orientation sessions, introducing new hires to company policies and culture, and partnering with IT and Operations for equipment and access needs. Handle general employee inquiries by providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and benefits. Maintain accurate and up-to-date staff resources (employee directory, staff birthdays in the Master calendar, seating charts). Support the full life cycle recruiting process with the Senior Manager of Recruitment from conception through the offer stage. Coordinating and meeting with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, posting adverts, screening resumes, and conducting /scheduling interviews. Tracking data in our applicant tracking system (Greenhouse), and ensuring an excellent candidate experience from start to finish. Conduct professional reference checks, process background checks, and prepare employment verification letters. Prepare offer letters and independent contractor agreements. What we would like you to have:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related area preferred. 2-3 years of Human Resources or related experience, preferably in a gallery, museum, or comparable arts organization. Ability to analyze large quantities of data while multitasking across multiple projects. Strategic thinking, exceptional interpersonal skills, self-motivated and solutions-focused approach. Detail oriented, impeccable written and verbal communication skills. Capable of working flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization. What you will love about David Zwirner (benefits):

David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery's long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including:

David Zwirner Online ,

David Zwirner Books ,

Dialogues ,

Platform ,

Utopia Editions ,

Consignments ,

Program Premier Access

- to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars. Staff-driven projects

and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner commitment to Galleries Commit. Benefits!

Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, New Museum, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, Family Medical/Dental/Vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, if you need assistance in applying to a role you may reach out to recruiting@davidzwirner.com.