Private Sales Cataloguer

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

THE ROLE

• To catalogue, research and co-ordinate Private Sales for the European Private Sales team and to assist in the general day-to-day functioning of the team.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Cataloguing and researching items for Private Sales:
• Providing expertise and cataloguing objects to the highest standard.
• Assisting and coordinating research, both internally and with external experts.
• Liaising with the necessary support departments.
• Producing Private Sales folios for prospective buyers.
• Write scholarly and commercial notes for Private Sale consignments.
• Coordinate and write Proposals and Valuations as required.
• Dealing with day-to-day client enquiries at the counter, by email and on the telephone.
• Writing condition reports and responding to general correspondence.
• Work with the Private Sales Administrator, providing accurate information on all deals.
• Managing and updating Private Sales running lists.
• Support departmental projects across Auction and Private Sales as required

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Ideally educated to degree level in History of Art with a demonstrable interest in all categories of art.
• The ability to work effectively individually and in a team and to ‘pitch in’ when required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, and a commitment to an exemplary level of client service.
• Self-motivated with ongoing enthusiasm to learn and develop expertise.
• Have a flexible approach and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Good organisational skills with proven ability of meeting deadlines.
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential; an additional European language is advantageous.

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