Full time

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 260 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

This role will support the business pipeline for Paris and other international sale sites, stronger sale performance, and broader revenue generation. It will also encourage better collaboration, more effective cross-selling, and a more coordinated approach to managing high-value clients. It will also identify where client relationships need to be enhanced be it new buyers or next generation art collectors.

Key Responsibilities

Sale Support & Departmental Partnership Provide strategic support for non-Marquee sales : African & Oceanic Art, Design, Photographs, Collections, and Asian Art sales held in Paris. Partner closely with specialist departments to support sourcing initiatives, client targeting, and business-getting efforts. Deliver pre-sale and post-sale analysis, debriefs, and client insights to help maximise sales performance and identify future opportunities. Client Strategy & Relationship Management Conduct regular reviews of key clients managed by Department Heads, working collaboratively with Client Strategy teams to ensure clients receive coordinated and best-in-class coverage.

Identify opportunities for cross-department engagement and facilitate introductions to relevant specialists and business areas. Support the development and implementation of tailored engagement strategies for priority clients, collectors, and prospects. Sourcing & Collection Development Provide departments with client intelligence, market research, and strategic data to support sourcing and consignment acquisition efforts. Lead bi-annual reviews of significant collections across the French regions, identifying opportunities for future engagement and potential consignments.

Monitor and assess key collections, estates, and market opportunities, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate internal coordination. Buyer Development & Next Generation Engagement Identify and review new buyers based in France, developing targeted strategies to support their collecting journey and deepen their engagement with Christie's. Work closely with the Paris team focused on Next Generation clients, ensuring emerging collectors are connected to the right specialists, events, and opportunities. Support initiatives designed to attract, retain, and develop future generations of clients.

Events & Client Engagement Oversee the planning and execution of museum-based events across France that fall outside the remit of the French Directoire. Work with internal stakeholders to ensure events align with broader client development objectives and deliver meaningful engagement opportunities. Provide administrative support for the Paris-based Client Management Consultant responsible for top-tier clients. Regional Business Development Support the Head of French Regions in identifying priority markets, regions, and client opportunities across France.

Develop and maintain a strategic

overview

• of regional clients, collecting communities, and business prospects.
• Ensure key regional clients receive regular engagement and access to relevant Christie's specialists and initiatives.
• Data Management & Team Support Oversee the work of the department intern, ensuring high standards of delivery and professional development.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of client information within CRM and business management systems.
• Produce reporting, client analysis, and actionable insights to support departmental and business objectives.
• Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded and highly organised professional with

experience

in client strategy, business development, relationship management, or a comparable role within the art, luxury, cultural, or professional services sectors. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to build strong internal and external relationships, identify commercial opportunities, and contribute to the growth and visibility of the French business. Experience &

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years'

experience

in a client strategy, business development, relationship management, or similar strategic role. Proven

experience

using client insight and relationship-building

skills

to support business growth, market development, and geographic expansion. Strong understanding of client development practices, stakeholder engagement, and commercial opportunity identification.

Experience

working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment where discretion and professionalism are essential. Skills & Competencies Exceptional organisational

skills

with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to translate information into actionable recommendations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong stakeholder management capabilities and

experience

working collaboratively across departments and functions. High degree of discretion and sensitivity when handling confidential client and business information. Ability to prioritise effectively, work under pressure, and deliver high-quality results against tight deadlines while maintaining focus on long-term strategic objectives.

Strong networking abilities and a high level of professional and social confidence when engaging with clients, collectors, advisors, and business partners. Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to use initiative and think creatively. Flexible team player with a collaborative mindset and a willingness to support broader business objectives.

Technical

Skills

Strong database and CRM management skills, with the ability to maintain accurate client records and leverage client intelligence effectively. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Ability to analyse and interpret client, market, and business data to support strategic decision-making.

Language

Requirements

Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken. Additional European language

skills

are highly desirable. Other

Requirements

• Willingness to travel within France as required to support regional business development activities.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours during peak sales, events, and key business periods.
• Genuine interest in the art market, luxury sector, and collector community, with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Personal Attributes Commercially astute and relationship-driven.
• Strategic thinker with strong business judgement.
• Collaborative and influential across a matrix organisation.
• Professional, discreet, and highly credible.
• Client-focused with a passion for developing long-term relationships.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and results-oriented.