Cataloguer, Jewellery

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT SOTHEBY'S</strong></p> <p>Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.</p></div><p><strong>THE ROLE</strong></p> <p>This Cataloguer role will provide overall support to the Jewellery Department, including but not limited to sales, customer relations, catalogue production and administration while improving technical expertise in the field of Jewellery.</p> <p>The Cataloguer shall gradually develop skills to undertake new business generation and for the sourcing, authentication, evaluation and sale of property over time.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <ul> <li>To assist in cataloguing and researching items for sales:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Assisting the senior members of the Jewellery Department with the research and cataloguing of items to the highest standard according to scheduled deadlines</li> <li>Corresponding with external experts</li> </ul> </li> <li>To Involve in all aspects of catalogue production including: <ul> <li>Translate all English Catalogues into Chinese and vice versa</li> <li>Proof-read catalogue texts</li> <li>Assist with layouts and photography</li> </ul> </li> <li>To provide a comprehensive level of services to Sotheby’s clients e.g. providing exemplary levels of service both verbal and written communication, responding swiftly and accurately to estimate enquiries, photo-forms and general correspondence etc.</li> <li>To prepare and translate condition reports</li> <li>To assist in pre-sale and post-sale activities</li> <li>To support the Jewellery Department on all ad-hoc assignments</li> <li>To operate always in accordance with the company’s rules on compliance and corporate governance</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>IDEAL EXPERIENCE &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong>