Associate Cataloguer, Private Sales

THE ROLE

Catalogue and research Private Sale Objects in New York for the Contemporary Department.  This role plays a central part in the department to process Private Sales in New York and prepare objects for sale. This role will also assist in proposals and business-getter preparation for private sales such as liaising with shipping coordinators and invoicing for private sale heads.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and Cataloguing

• Assist with cataloguing, researching and preparing notes for Private Sales objects for the Contemporary Art Department.
• Perform thorough book checks and vetting
• Assist in physical inspection and condition reporting
• Manage authentication processes and gallery outreach for authentication purposes
• Cataloguing, researching and notes for proposal purposes
• Assist with cataloguing, researching and preparing notes for Private Sales
• Condition Reports and Conservation
• Manage the condition report needs and processes as they evolve
• Manage communications and schedule meetings with conservators
• Assist heads of private sales Charlotte Van Dercook, Max Moore and Mercedes Altamira Lambarri with client relationship needs for high priority clients (ie shipping, invoicing)

Sourcing

• Collaborate with departments to develop and implement a methodology for identifying potential works for proactive sourcing

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree with Major/Concentrator in Art History
• 1-2 years of professional experience required
• Knowledge of Impressionist art history, artists and values
• Impeccable organizational & writing skills
• Strong time-management skills
• Dependable, proactive, mature
• Ability to multi task and perform in a pressured environment and handle high level of responsibility
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently in order to achieve deadlines
• Occasional long hours required, included late evenings and weekends during sale deadlines, exhibitions and auctions
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Sotheby’s experience helpful

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $50,000-$55,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.