Restitution Researcher

Christie's•New York, NY

7d•$60,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Restitution Researcher 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 our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 260 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 Executing due diligence checks on consigned property; including cross-referencing databases, maintaining records, checking archives and library work; working closely with art specialist departments Leading and/or partnering on in-depth research into collectors, collections and objects to support future sales and claims discussions, as needed and directed Researching and inputting into restitution databases; maintaining integrity of information Preparing client facing communications and reports, as directed Maintaining departmental library and materials Contributing to training programs Team administration and support, as needed Working with intern support, as appropriate Other projects as directed What you'll bring to the team Excellent art historical knowledge and understanding of the events of the Nazi-era In-depth familiarity with restitution issues and provenance research Ability to research in German and French, strongly preferred Meticulous and focused approach with a strong eye for detail Team player with an ability to work with all departments at Christie’s Ability to work under pressure 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 (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, 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: April 30th, 2026 Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay. Compensation Range Salary: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 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. Our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be found here

Requirements

Excellent art historical knowledge and understanding of the events of the Nazi-era
In-depth familiarity with restitution issues and provenance research
Meticulous and focused approach with a strong eye for detail
Team player with an ability to work with all departments at Christie’s
Ability to work under pressure

Nice To Haves

Ability to research in German and French, strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Executing due diligence checks on consigned property; including cross-referencing databases, maintaining records, checking archives and library work; working closely with art specialist departments
Leading and/or partnering on in-depth research into collectors, collections and objects to support future sales and claims discussions, as needed and directed
Researching and inputting into restitution databases; maintaining integrity of information
Preparing client facing communications and reports, as directed
Maintaining departmental library and materials
Contributing to training programs
Team administration and support, as needed
Working with intern support, as appropriate
Other projects as directed

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