Senior Client Strategy Director, Americas

Christie's•New York, NY

1d•$150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Senior Client Strategy Director, Americas 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 Senior Client Strategy Director serves as a strategic adviser for the Client Strategy across the Americas. This role partners closely with the Executive Team—including the CEO—to drive best‑in‑class relationship management, long‑term growth, and coordinated stewardship of the firm’s most significant clients. The position also works across Client Strategy to set multiyear priorities, lead top‑client review processes, and ensure that insights from the Americas are fully represented in global strategic planning How You'll Make an Impact Executive Partnership & Strategic Leadership Partner with the Americas Executive Team to identify, prioritize, and execute strategic initiatives that strengthen top client relationships and maximize commercial opportunities. Advise on when and how to strategically deploy senior executives in client interactions to maximize impact. Serve as a senior member of the global Client Strategy leadership team, contributing to global frameworks, reviews, and long term planning cycles. Top Client Strategy Design and implement holistic, forward looking engagement and growth strategies for the firm’s highest value clients across the Americas. Ensure each client receives tailored and proactive service, informed by market and collector insights. Identify sourcing opportunities spanning near term consignments and long horizon masterpieces or major collections. Regional Client Strategy Leadership Set long term regional priorities aligned with global strategy and commercial targets. Lead the Americas’ Top Client Review processes, ensuring comprehensive analysis, actionable plans, and rigorous progress tracking. Conduct regional sourcing reviews to assess coverage, identify opportunities, and drive collaboration. Proactive Client Management & Insight Development Analyze client portfolios to anticipate needs, uncover risks, and identify new opportunities across business channels. Guide cross regional teams in developing future ready strategies. Global Collaboration & Integration Ensure Americas insights are integrated into global planning cycles. Drive implementation of global client development programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in client strategy, account management, or related leadership roles.
Strong understanding of the global art market and its key figures.
Proven experience driving strategies for high value clients and working with senior executive stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities.
Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Americas Executive Team to identify, prioritize, and execute strategic initiatives that strengthen top client relationships and maximize commercial opportunities.
Advise on when and how to strategically deploy senior executives in client interactions to maximize impact.
Serve as a senior member of the global Client Strategy leadership team, contributing to global frameworks, reviews, and long term planning cycles.
Design and implement holistic, forward looking engagement and growth strategies for the firm’s highest value clients across the Americas.
Ensure each client receives tailored and proactive service, informed by market and collector insights.
Identify sourcing opportunities spanning near term consignments and long horizon masterpieces or major collections.
Set long term regional priorities aligned with global strategy and commercial targets.
Lead the Americas’ Top Client Review processes, ensuring comprehensive analysis, actionable plans, and rigorous progress tracking.
Conduct regional sourcing reviews to assess coverage, identify opportunities, and drive collaboration.
Analyze client portfolios to anticipate needs, uncover risks, and identify new opportunities across business channels.
Guide cross regional teams in developing future ready strategies.
Ensure Americas insights are integrated into global planning cycles.
Drive implementation of global client development programs.

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 up to $400k (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