Associate Specialist, Contemporary

📋 Description

• Source and sell works for Contemporary Art Sales.
• Cataloguing and researching items for sales.
• Research and catalogue objects to deadlines.
• Write scholarly catalogue entries and condition reports.
• Coordinate internal and external research.
• Assist with paste-ups and layouts.
• Liaise with support departments.
• Source works for sale, including travel.
• Help meet sales and net profit targets.
• Contribute to long-term business development.
• Maintain high levels of client service.
• Prepare proposals and valuations.
• Maintain expertise and professionalism.
• Support authentication and pre/post-sale processes.
• Operate under governance and compliance rules.

🎯 Requirements

• In-depth art market knowledge of Contemporary Art.
• Degree holder or equivalent; masters preferred.
• Strong valuation skills; knowledge of auction process.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Works well under pressure; flexible with tasks.
• Commitment to client service and relationships.
• High integrity; follows governance framework.
• Strong organisational skills; meets deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; additional European language preferred.