Christie's Business Coordinator

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Create seller accounts and manage KYC processes.
• Prepare, send and track contractual documents.
• Manage lot trackers.
• Coordinate logistics for artworks, including transport, expertise, restoration and storage.
• Manage photographs and ensure catalogue deadlines are met.
• Contribute to catalogue production.
• Track lot-specific requirements, including CBC and CITES.
• Coordinate with specialists, cataloguers and support teams.
• Manage marketing commitments and catalogue distribution.
• Track estimates, reserves and sale-related data.
• Monitor seller accounting.
• Manage post-sale offers.
• Track payments and coordinate with Finance teams.
• Manage unsold lots.
• Coordinate artwork returns or deliveries.
• Handle disputes and post-sale administration.
• Close client files.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the department, clients and support teams.
• Coordinate internal exchanges among specialists, Marketing, Transport, Finance and other teams.
• Manage purchase orders, invoices and budgets.
• Track client data and interest lists.
• Contribute to marketing and communications activities.
• Participate in the operational organisation of sales and exhibitions.
• Manage cross-functional projects as needed.
• Manage interns.
• Monitor competitor activity.
• Handle telephone bidding and act as a Christie's Live clerk.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in the art market, preferably in coordination roles.
• Experience managing client relationships, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, close attention to detail and consistent follow-up on planned actions.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and resolve problems and conflicts.
• Fluent French and very good English.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Experience

At least 2 years in the art market, preferably in coordination roles; experience in client relationship management.

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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