Learning & Development Administrator (Fixed-Term Contract: 1 year) - Human Resources

Christie's•New York, NY

5d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

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 Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational 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 fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business. Why This Role Matters The Learning & Development team designs and delivers leadership, management, personal development, and business skills training for our employees globally. The training is based on the latest thinking from subject matter experts and acknowledged best practices. We also integrate our knowledge and understanding of the firm’s culture, values, systems, and procedures into the training. As a result, we provide training that is relevant to the work our people do and helps them meet the firm’s objectives. The position is based in New York and reports to the Global Head of Talent Development and ED&I Development. The post holder will work closely with colleagues in the US office, as well as those in London and the Asia regions (where applicable).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or related field preferred.
2–4 years of experience in learning and development, HR, or administrative roles.
Experience coordinating training programs or supporting large-scale HR initiatives.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with LMS platforms (e.g., Cornerstone, Workday Learning).
Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on professionalism and clarity.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with employees at all levels.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to anticipate needs and take initiative.
Has the ability to work independently and deliver at a high level.
Ability to operate as a friendly, client-focused, professional who is discreet and trustworthy, maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Collaborative/strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude and strong service orientation.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment across time zones.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive and positive approach with a “can-do” attitude.
Meticulous attention to detail, always striving for high quality and continuous improvement.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Self-managed, solution-oriented, and takes initiative.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a global or matrixed organization is a plus.
Experience in the art or other professional services environment desired.

Responsibilities

Serve as a logistics point of contact for Americas programs, working closely with the Learning and Development Global Coordinator to ensure successful execution of administrative elements.
Serving as the logistics Americas lead for the following global Christies core programs: CDP, M@C, MDP, Masterclasses and Offsite.
Serving as the logistics lead for Insights and Thomas DISC psychometric assessments.
Coordinate end-to-end logistics for all Americas training programs, including scheduling, invitations, room bookings, materials preparation, and follow-up communications, room set-up etc.
Administering psychometric assessments for Insights and Thomas DISC, including producing reports, monitoring usage, and requesting units as required.
Ensuring materials for masterclasses are ready for delegates attending the relevant programs.
Ensuring consistent communication with key POCs for training programs outside the New York office.
Work closely with the Global L&D Coordinator to keep L&D systems and processes updated for accurate reporting and provide global support where needed.
Maintaining accurate training records.
Organizing and leading post-course review meetings to discuss feedback and make improvements.
Ensuring timely processing of relevant invoices to avoid delays in payment.
Evaluating and updating process notes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Providing project updates to your manager consistently.
Working with the Global L&D Coordinator to send out evaluations for all training programs, collate responses, and produce monthly reports.
Liaise with internal and external speakers, facilitators and consultants to ensure seamless program execution and invoicing
Assist in maintaining the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring data accuracy, content updates, and delegate enrollments.
Support the Global L&D Coordinator with the coordination of our Business Getting and Negotiation Skills programs, including communication and delegating tracking
Ensure all L&D processes align with our team and company standards, timelines, and compliance requirements.
Act as a key point of contact for learning-related inquires from employees and managers globally.

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