- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $22–24/hour
- Department
- Clienteling, CRM & VIP Relations
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Christie's
Founded in London in 1766 by James Christie, Christie’s is a leading international auction house whose heritage spans fine art, decorative arts, jewellery and exceptional collectibles. Through auctions, private sales and digital platforms, it connects collectors with remarkable objects and the expertise that brings their histories to life. As an employer, Christie’s offers career paths across specialist departments, client services, marketing, technology and operations within a global, culturally rich environment. Its work calls for intellectual curiosity, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, appealing to professionals who value scholarship, commercial acumen and the exacting standards of the international art and luxury markets.
Christie’s is hiring a temporary Bids and Client Service Coordinator in New York to support client service, bidding registrations, sale-result entry, and auction-day operations. The role pays $22.00–$24.00 per hour; the posted range excludes discretionary overtime pay.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients in New York, handling inquiries and issues promptly and efficiently in liaison with auction and operations departments as needed.
- Process absentee bids, telephone bids, Christie’s LIVE registrations, and paddle registrations as necessary.
- Respond to general client inquiries across communication channels in line with Christie’s Client Service Standards and departmental guidelines, including inquiries about viewings and auctions, sale results, Christies.com, Christie’s LIVE, and bidding.
- Provide front-of-house support by greeting and assisting clients.
- Perform sale-result entry and Christie’s LIVE clerking duties.
- Support the initial stage of credit authorization and gather and monitor AML compliance information.
- Master Christie’s systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, able to multitask, prioritize, follow up promptly, and remain calm in a pressured environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication.
- Proficiency with numbers, including reading, writing, and hearing them.
- Strong IT skills and ability to learn Christie’s systems, including email, Client & Object System, JDE system, Live Bid Management, and website features.
- Ability and willingness to reflect Christie’s image and standards in all situations.
- Strong teamwork abilities.
- Commitment to regular and punctual attendance.
- Flexible approach to the role and working hours, including 7:30 a.m. starts on sale days, some Saturdays, and some late evenings.
- Fluency in a foreign language preferred.
Skills
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 22 to USD 24 per hour.
Culture
Christie’s workplace culture centres on specialist expertise, intellectual curiosity and a shared appreciation for art and exceptional objects, with discretion and attentive client service shaping its professional environment. Its international auction business brings together specialists and colleagues across disciplines, combining a distinguished heritage with an evolving approach to digital engagement and the global art market.
About Cerulean
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