Senior Specialist, Jewelry Department (West Coast)

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

Based in Los Angeles, CA, this role is responsible for sourcing and appraising collections for auction and private sale, acting as the contact specialist on the West Coast.  Building close relationships with key stakeholders in both Christie’s LA and San Francisco offices, as well as local private and trade clients. 

How you'll make an impact

• Serve as a Jewellery business getter for private sales and auction, securing property for sales in the Americas, as well as regional sites of Geneva and Hong Kong as necessary.

• Take an active role in the regional art and luxury scene, building contacts and leveraging opportunities for Christie’s.

• Serve as member of Luxury team on business-getting efforts, proactively achieving net profit targets for auction and private sale property.

• Source for and participate in private selling exhibitions within the US.

• Collaborate cross-departmentally with Commercial Office, Proposals, Business Development, Client Strategy, and other teams to execute proposals and other competitive business-related projects. 

• Execute pricing of jewelry collections and appraisals.  Participate in departmental vetting sessions to determine value, condition, and marketability of property.

• Participate in pre-selling upcoming auctions through targeted marketing efforts.

• Provide oversight of the local strategy, sourcing and selling of private sales exhibitions and consignments for auction.

• Participate in pre-sale exhibition and telephone bidding with clients during the auction.

• Travel as needed to consult on auction and private sale collections and/or individual consignments.

What you’ll bring to the team

• Minimum of 6 years of progressively senior work experience in the Jewelry industry (auction preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience.  Master’s degree and/or GIA certificate preferred. USPAP certification preferred

• Demonstrated ability with commercial negotiation and appraisal of jewels.

• Strength in working independently to drive business for a large region, while working collaboratively with international colleagues in different time zones. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize, with strong follow up skills.

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: August 28, 2025

*Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.

Compensation Range

Salary: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00