Christie's Specialist, Private Sales, Jewels and Watches
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Wholesale, Commercial & B2B Sales
- 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 Private Sales Specialist role for Jewels and Watches in Asia Pacific. Lead luxury sales with 8+ years experience and Mandarin fluency.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive private sales revenue individually and as a facilitator of communication across Christie's global network, identifying and connecting cross-border opportunities
- Develop and manage a robust pipeline of private sales opportunities, overseeing inventory and conducting pricing meetings with relevant departments to maintain profitability margins
- Establish and nurture long-term relationships with seasoned and emerging collectors of fine jewellery and watches through on-site and off-site client engagement
- Champion Client Strategy and Object Intelligence initiatives to identify significant opportunities and deepen cross-categorical client relationships
- Collaborate with the Global Head of Private Sales, Global Head of Jewels, and regional leadership to set and execute the global private sales strategy
- Increase inter-departmental collaboration to optimize both consignment sourcing and sales outcomes across key regions and client segments
- Project manage regional private sales initiatives and strategic projects, working closely with the Sales Director and International Private Sale Specialist to identify process improvements and eliminate operational bottlenecks
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years of professional experience with high-value and rare jewellery or watches, preferably in the secondary market
- Proven track record in significant client management and relationship development within the luxury goods sector
- Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese
- Strategic financial acumen with a demonstrated growth mindset
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client information and transactions
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8 years of professional experience with high-value and rare jewellery or watches, preferably within the secondary market, with substantial client management responsibilities.
Education
No specific educational qualification stated in source material.
Workplace
This position is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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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