Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.
Why this role matters
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day support to the Modern British & Irish Art Department in London, with a particular focus on research. They will work closely with the Associate Specialist in the preparation of cataloguing, hilling and pricing sessions, in addition to providing support to the rest of the specialist team and the Sale Coordinator.
How you'll make an impact
- Conduct in depth research on works which will be offered for sale, both at auction and privately
- Write catalogue entries, where appropriate
- Assist the specialist team in researching property for valuations and pricing sessions
- Conduct research at external libraries such as the Tate Library, British Library and National Art Library
- Assist Senior Specialists with proposals, where appropriate, conducting market research
- Liaison with internal departments, including Photography, Valuations and other Specialist Departments
- Assist the Sale Coordinator with general administration and logistics
- Maintain library so it remains organised, re-shelving any books that are left out at the end of each day and ordering new catalogues so that it remains up to date
- Respond to image and factsheet requests during sale week, assisting the specialist team and with client requests
- Prepare factsheets, images, lot cards and other sale materials for all lots being offered for sale
- Responsible for collecting and distributing post, arranging couriers and sending out catalogues
- Maintain stock of stationery supplies in the department
- Liaise with IT and Facilities to resolve any issues with office equipment
What you’ll bring to the team
- Keen interest/knowledge of Modern British & Irish Art
- Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills and a demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritise
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication
- Good research and writing skills, experience with Research Libraries is desirable
- Good team worker and willingness to help out when needed
- Hard working
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to demonstrate client facing experience
- Strong IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (mainly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to learn Christie’s systems including Canvas, JDE, intranet and website
What’s great about working for us
- 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave
- Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec – 2nd Jan) – in addition to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family
- Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on
- Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you
- Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about
- Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable)
- Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues
- Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year)
- Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie’s)
- Private Health Insurance – no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members
- Dental Insurance – (may be extended at personal cost)
- Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury after 12 months
- Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to personal advice and support services including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Christie’s Extras – discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops
- Robust family first policy:
- 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave
- Four-day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave
- Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year
- The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea…
Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time
Closing Date: Sunday 6th April
