Christie's Business Analyst

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.

Gooding Christie’s seeks a Business Analyst to provide analytical, operational, and strategic support across its global automotive auction and private sales business, including market research, financial analysis, reporting, and project coordination. The role is a one-year fixed-term contract in Santa Monica, working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support commercial initiatives and integration with Christie’s systems.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support specialists and leadership with market valuations, appraisal analysis, and market research.
• Monitor competitor auctions, private sales, and market activity; prepare regular reports on market trends, auction performance, sell-through rates, and pricing.
• Maintain and develop historical transaction databases, market intelligence resources, and business reporting tools.
• Coordinate internal commercial approvals for guarantees, enhanced hammer arrangements, and other structured transactions; work with Commercial Finance and prepare supporting analyses and presentation materials.
• Build financial models, business cases, executive presentations, and briefing materials for senior management and strategic decision-making.
• Support business development by analyzing market opportunities, client activity, regional performance, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal and external financial partners, providing transaction data, market information, and reporting to support financial modelling and analysis.
• Assist with developing and implementing reporting dashboards, business metrics, and specialist performance reporting.
• Support cross-functional strategic initiatives, including Europe growth, Private Sales expansion, sealed bid initiatives, and technology implementation projects.
• Support data integrity, reporting processes, and systems integration as Gooding Christie’s integrates with Christie’s technology platforms.
• Perform other duties and strategic projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.
• Some prior work experience in a fast-paced, client-facing or operational environment preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, including the ability to build financial models and executive presentations.
• Experience with reporting systems, CRM platforms, or business intelligence tools preferred, with the ability to learn Christie’s internal systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and functions.
• Interest in automobiles and/or the collector car market preferred.
• Fluency in English.

Skills

Experience

1–3 years in business analysis, consulting, financial analysis, strategy, commercial operations, or a similar analytical role.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 60,000 to USD 65,000 per annum.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents (Christie’s pays an average of 80% of total premiums); 401(k) matching contribution up to 5%, subject to IRS limits; life insurance of three times base salary up to $400,000, fully paid by Christie’s; disability insurance, fully paid by Christie’s; time-off and leave policies, including up to 16 weeks of fully paid family leave; fitness fee and membership reimbursement up to $600 per year; annual discretionary performance bonus plan; commuter benefits, including a $21 monthly Christie’s contribution; up to 10 days of backup child or elder care through Bright Horizons; one paid CSR day per year for charity work; perks and discounts through Zo and Plum Benefit.

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.

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