Christie's · 1 day ago
Bids & Client Service Coordinator, Operations
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yrChristie's, the world’s largest Art Business, offers a dynamic work environment for those looking to advance their careers. The Bids & Client Services Coordinator will assist with bidding processes and client services, ensuring effective communication and service delivery during sales.
AuctionsJewelryPhotography
Responsibilities
Process requests from clients to participate in sales, ensuring their effective bidding via absentee, telephone and Christie’s LIVE
Assist in monitoring multiple department inboxes as well as phone lines
Master the Christie’s systems, including LIVE Bid Management, Dotcom Admin tool, JDE, COS
Perform Client Service functions as assigned, including but not limited to Auction Estimates, Front Counter Duties, Online sale support, Live Chat, Auction Estimates, Sale Views, etc
Gather and monitor AML compliance information
Carry out sale procedures, liaising with finance, specialists, and post-sale departments
Communicate frequently with specialist departments
Maintain sale files including auctioneering book for archiving and audits
Communicate directly with internal and external clients (phone, email, live chat and in-person) adhering to Christie’s Client Service Standards
Other duties as assigned by Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience
Proficiency with numbers - reading, writing, hearing
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Willingness to comply with department and company standards of client service
Excellent ability to focus in a busy and distracting environment
Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize, demonstrating excellent organizational skills
Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication
Knowledge of E-mail, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software (Microsoft Office preferred)
Ability to learn Christie's systems
Strong teamwork abilities
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Flexible work hours (i.e. 7:30 am start time on sale days, some Saturday sales, some late evenings, some Sunday prep for occasional Monday sales)
Ability to stand for long periods in the auction room and remain alert
Stamina to work long hours and maintain high quality of work
Ability to work for long periods on computer screen
Infrequent light physical effort required
Preferred
Second language a plus
Benefits
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 (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
Company
Christie's
Christie’s is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise.
Founded in 1766
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ben Gore
Chief Operating Officer
Devang Thakkar
Global Head of Christie's Ventures
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