Art Coordinator

The Lhoist Group is a family-owned company specializing in the production of lime, dolime and minerals with a continuously growing global reach. We combine a traditional industrial culture with a dynamic entrepreneurial approach. We develop and supply innovative and sustainable solutions and products for a wide range of industrial processes. The diversity of knowledge and cultural background of our employees constitute the strength of the Lhoist group.

And now, to strengthen our Art department, based in Limelette, next to Wavre, we are seeking a highly organized and proactive Art Coordinator.

Job overview

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assisting the Director who manages our art collection.

Your role and responsibilities will include:

• Assist in maintaining and organizing the art collection including cataloguing artworks and writing texts, updating record in the software system (Webmuseo), and ensuring proper storage and care/restoration of the pieces under the supervision of the Director/Art Manager.
• Take care of hanging artworks in the offices and corridors of our premises, as well as managing and maintaining them with the help of our BOCS- team Limelette.
• Guide the tour of the collection when needed.
• Preparing presentations, reports, and necessary documents to facilitate the overall working of the department.
• Assist in creating the new catalogues and collaborate with an external agency in design.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to the art collection ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in coordinating events related to the art collection and travels with the Art Director to the different Lhoist offices in the Benelux/ England and Germany to organize exhibitions of the art collection.
• Engage with our suppliers to negotiate and secure the most competitive pricing.

Interested? For this position you'll need the following education, experience and skills:

• BA in Arts and self-taught or have equivalent experience.
• Min. 5 years of experience working in the Contemporary Art Field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Profound knowledge of IT and IA, art collection management software, Microsoft Office.
• Extensive knowledge of contemporary art on an international scale, a deep understanding of art history, and exceptional writing skills.
• Demonstrate positive, flexible approach, working collaboratively to deliver a professional support service.
• Knowledge in conservation, maintenance and restoration of photographs, sculptures, drawings and paintings.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, French and good knowledge of Dutch.
• Professional discretion and ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Effectively organize and prioritize a diverse workload.
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Discreet and well-balanced personality.

We are passionate about the business we have been in for more than a century. As a private company, we believe in continuity and look for people with a long-term vision to help us to grow. That could be you At Lhoist, people matter. Our employees' ongoing efforts to innovate and seek out new opportunities as well as their achievements, have brought about our global success and growth. We appreciate and reward them for that.

Our 6,400 employees in more than 25 countries create everyday solutions for a sustainable future. Reducing our carbon footprint is part of our overall commitment to develop Lhoist as a sustainable company. As a market leader in the industrial sector, it is our responsibility to plan ahead and be a part of this global transition from the start. Our strategy takes into account our three major pillars of sustainable development: planet, people and profit.

At Lhoist, we have more than 50 nationalities. Diversity and inclusion are fundamentals to stand by our values, achieving our business goals and building a stronger group.