Christie's Client Strategy Department Assistant
- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- €900/month
- Department
- Clienteling, CRM & VIP Relations
- Posted
- Sep 30, 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 Paris seeks a six-month intern for Client Strategy Department to support high-net-worth collector research and relationship management.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing client review sessions, including genealogical tree preparation and database updates in the COS system following specialist consultations
- Update and maintain collector information (private collectors, dealers, art advisors, and institutional buyers) in the centralized database
- Monitor press coverage and review daily social/cultural sections of major publications to identify market opportunities and collector activity
- Support the preparation of guest lists and logistics for major collector events, including private dinners, exhibition viewings, and gala evenings
- Provide administrative support to the Client Relations Manager, including calendar management and billing follow-up
- Conduct research to build comprehensive profiles of existing and prospective market participants and update contact information
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business or Political Science
- Minimum six months of relevant internship or professional experience
- Professional-level English proficiency
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Windows
- Knowledge of major French economic, political, and cultural figures and institutions
Skills
Experience
Minimum 6 months of relevant internship or professional experience in a client-facing, research, or business operations role.
Education
Master's degree from a business school or Institut d'Études Politiques (IEP).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 900 per month.
Benefits
Meal vouchers (EUR 10 per day, with Christie's covering EUR 5); transportation reimbursement at 50%; internship convention required as part of academic program.
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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