Managing Director (Art Gallery, Silicon Valley)

Masterworks•San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Masterworks Advisers is a Registered Investment Adviser that advises clients on art-related investment products. We allow anyone to invest in SEC-qualified shares of multi-million dollar paintings by artists like Banksy, Basquiat, and Picasso. We have introduced over 1 million individuals to the $2.2 trillion art market. Masterworks has been covered by The New York Times, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times, and was recognized as one of the Top 50 Startups in the US by LinkedIn. In 2021, we achieved unicorn status with a $110M Series A at a valuation exceeding $1 billion. We are based at 1 World Trade Center in New York City's Financial District. As a Managing Director for Masterworks Advisers, you will be responsible for launching a private wealth team of 2-4 advisors within your city, overseeing an art gallery which the private wealth team operates out of, with art by artists like Banksy, Basquiat, and others rotating through it. You will also lead and attend an event every evening, from 4pm-7pm, which Masterworks will deliver prospective clients to. At the daily events, you and your team will meet around ~20 prospects per day in-person at the gallery, educating them on multi-million dollar art, and the benefits of allocating to this new asset class.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in financial advising, private banking, or alternative investments, or similar relationship-driven roles
Proven track record of building new relationships and managing long-term relationships with UHNW and HNW clients
Strong understanding of portfolio construction and alternative asset allocation
Exceptional in-person interpersonal skills with the ability to establish trust and credibility with sophisticated investors
Results-driven, competitive mentality with demonstrated ability to close business
Comfort operating in high-touch, relationship-driven environments
Ability to work 11am - 7pm M-F
Series 65 license from FINRA (or ability to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Experience with alternative investments (art, private equity, real assets, or hedge funds)
Strong interest in contemporary art and cultural markets
CFP, CFA, or similar credentials (not required)

Responsibilities

Fundamental management (hiring and coaching) of 2-4 financial advisors and a gallery manager
Capital raising accountability of $2-4mm+ per month
Attend evening gallery events at 4pm, 5pm, and 6pm M-F to meet UHNW clients that our marketing team has invited to the gallery
Client entertaining with in-person breakfasts or lunches, or at events