AVP, Capital Markets, Sotheby's Financial Services

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sotheby’s promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions, private sales and retail locations. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 50 categories, which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Interiors, among many others.

 

In addition, we offer Sotheby’s Financial Services (“SFS”), the only full-service art financing company. For advisory, we offer services for private collectors, museums, corporations, artists, estates and foundations.  

Sotheby’s Financial Services enables clients to unlock the liquidity in their fine art and collectible assets through technology and innovation. With the spirit of a fintech startup, the stability of a large established organization, and its position at the center of the art ecosystem, the SFS team unites around the goal of leading the future of art financial services.  We have a bold and exciting journey ahead, and we can't wait to make it happen together.

THE ROLE

As part of Capital Markets for Sotheby’s Financial Services, you will be a key member of the SFS team working to evolve the business from a full-service financial services organization to a leading tech-enabled lending platform.

As an Associate in the team you will be a core member of a rapidly growing business and significant contributor to the funding strategy of the business.  Capital Markets is responsible for managing the current financing and the expansion into the broader securitization market. 

The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial attitude and a desire to combine their financial services experience with innovation.  You can think analytically, and handle multiple simultaneous workstreams/projects.  You are comfortable communicating with external parties and collaborating cross functionally.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to execution of various financing transactions including warehouse facilities, securitizations, and other financing activities
• Prepare investor marketing materials and maintain the team’s investor database
• Perform data analysis and use data to draw conclusions
• Prepare portfolio and performance data
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders and respond to investor inquiries

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• A bachelor's degree in a finance/business, economics, math or similar degree
• 4+ years of Capital Markets and / or financial services experience in Structured Credit preferred
• Exposure to capital markets and securitization/ABS markets
• Experience working on asset-based financing transactions 
• Strong logical and analytical skills
• Advanced excel skills with ability to analyze complex data sets; modeling experience a plus 
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organized and detail oriented 
• Ability to think critically and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic, and often ambiguous work environment

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $120,000-$150,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. 

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