Senior Specialist, Private Sales, Jewellery and Watches The Company Christie’s, the world’s largest art business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Departments or in our Operational focused teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business. Why This Role Matters Responsible for leading and growing Jewellery and Watches private sales channel, this role expands a growing global private sales division that has achieved record breaking sales over the past several years. Working discreetly with international buyers and sellers to facilitate high value sales of exceptional gemstones, signed jewellery, and important timepieces, this role is also responsible for partnering with the International Head of Jewels, Global Managing Director for Luxury, and other Private Sale leaders to develop and implement the strategic goals for the group, oversee exhibition strategy, and work closely with international colleagues to support global sales. This role is both a strong individual driver of sales, an recognized expert in their field with a strong network, and also a connector amongst the international team, using Christie’s global network and renowned brand to help colleagues identify opportunities and link them to bring sales to completion. How You Will Make An Impact Drive sales, both individually and as a key facilitator of communication amongst the global Christie’s team, identifying and connecting opportunities throughout Christie’s global network. Focus on continuing private sales growth within the cluster by developing a robust pipeline and managing inventory and opportunities; drive and organise pricing meetings with the relevant teams Maintain margins on private sale deals to ensure profitiablity targets are met and in line with the overall budget Establish and cultivate long term relationships with novice and seasoned jewellery collectors as well as UHNWI. Meet with clients on-site and off-site, traveling when appropriate; attend events and help develop relevant strategic partnership. Champion Client Strategy and Object Intelligence initiatives in order to identify significant opportunities and improve major client relationships for those that collect cross-categorically. Engage as an active senior leader, working with Global Head of Private Sales, Global Head of Jewels, GMD and regional managers in setting and implementing the global Private Sales strategy. Increase collaboration between departments, chairman’s office and regions to optimize private sales (both for consignments and sales), working to review key clients and regions for activation of private sale opportunities Project manage key private sales initiatives for the region What You Will Bring To The Team Minimum of 10 years of experience with high value and/or rare Jewels or Watches, preferably in the secondary market with significant client management experience. Proven track record of conducting high value jewels and/or watches sales, with demonstrated commercial acumen. Strong industry-relevent network of UHNWI, art and luxury collectors, advisories, and trade clients. Financial acumen, with a strategic mindset for growth Proactive with an ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues and clients Strong follow through skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills What's great about working for us Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums) 401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits) Life Insurance - 3x base salary up to $400k (100% paid by Christie’s) Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s) Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks. Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice. Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits *Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces. Closing Date: October 19th, 2026 *Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and/or overtime pay. Compensation Range Salary: $175,000.00 - $245,000.00 Christie’s is the world’s leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories – including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables – as well as a long and successful history of private sales. Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai.

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