Department Assistant (Temporary), Watches

Christie's•New York, NY

8d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Department Assistant will be based in the New York Watches Department and offers exposure to the auction industry and the world of rare and important timepieces. This role provides support to Specialists and Business Management, assisting with consignment, auction preparation and exhibition. The successful candidate must be a dynamic problem solver, organized, calm under pressure and be able to communicate with professionalism and clarity to key stakeholders across the Watches Department.

Requirements

Passionate commitment to client service and the ability to manage the details of a service level with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication
Capacity to be proactive, self-start and organize multiple projects at all times while remaining calm under pressure
Superior client service skills. Candidate must be able to engage with a range of clients from external vendors to top clients, senior management as well as peers with consistency and grace
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail
Willingness to work long hours and to go above and beyond to work in and support a team environment

Nice To Haves

Interest in watches and timepieces preferred

Responsibilities

General department administrative tasks as assigned by line manager
Keeping all data up to date in Christie’s internal systems
Research lots including authenticity, bibliography, provenance and exhibition history using publications, libraries and online resources
Respond to inquiries from clients for condition reports, images and fact sheets
Assist Cataloguer with cataloguing, condition checks and images, and extract orders for property
Assist Sale Coordinator and Inventory & Shipping Coordinator with managing sale logistics and department inventory
Support sale coordinators and managers on exhibitions requiring carryout of various tasks throughout the building, including set up and breakdowns
Work closely, efficiently, and effectively with other specialist departments as needed