Job Description

The Role
The successful candidate would provide day-to-day support to the Post-War & Contemporary Art Department in London, supporting the Sale Coordinators and assisting Cataloguers and Junior Specialists with preparation of cataloguing, hilling and pricing sessions, in addition to general every day tasks.

Specific duties & responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Assist senior team members in researching property for sale, valuations and pricing sessions Conduct in-depth research on works which will be offered in the upcoming sales, sometimes involving off-site visits to external libraries in London (British Library, National Art Library and Tate Library) Assist with proposals, where appropriate and the writing of auction catalogue notes Prepare factsheets, images and lot cards for all sale lots Respond to image and factsheet requests, assist specialist team and client requests during sale week Liaison with internal departments, including Proposals, Image Editing and Valuations Responsible for collecting and distributing post daily, arranging couriers, sending out catalogues Maintain stock of stationery supplies in the Department Liaise with IT to resolve any issues with office equipment, maintain printers and paper stock Maintain library so it remains organised/ re-shelving any books that are left out at the end of each day

The CandidateInterest/knowledge of Post-War & Contemporary Art required Strong organisational skills and a demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritise Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication Language skills (fluent in English), French, German and Italian desirable Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail 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

The BenefitsDiscretionary Bonus Target: (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year). Christie's office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec - 2nd Jan). 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave. Additional 1 week's annual leave in the anniversary year (5, 10, 15 etc years' service). Flexible Fitness Fund - 400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable). Life Assurance. AXA Private Health Insurance - no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members (taxable benefit). Unum Dental Care - (may be added at personal cost). Guaranteed income insurance in the event of sickness, personal injury and occupational injury. Employee Assistance Programme - access to personal advice and support services including counselling. Eyecare vouchers (once a year). Cycle to Work. Christie's Extras - discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops.

Close date: 30th November
Salary: 25,207 per annum#LI-Hybrid