Specialist, Sculpture

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S 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. THE ROLE Lead specialist in sculpture at Sotheby’s France, coordinating business getting for Paris and global sales, deciding regional strategy in conjunction with Worldwide Head and European Head, providing a high level of academic expertise in the field, representing Sotheby’s both on confidential client valuations (appraisals) and in public events from receptions to talks and lectures. A senior level expert and high ranking member of Sotheby’s renowned global sculpture team. RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and oversee the organisation of Sculpture sales in Paris, in line with the company's strategy in France and across Europe. • Supervise the expertise and valuation of works of art within the department and provide specialist guidance on consignments, sales, and collections in which the department is involved. • Oversee and conduct cataloguing and research, including high quality research catalogue notes and sale-related documentation in both French and English. • Direct the preparation of inventories, proposals and business-winning opportunities. • Supervise the physical management of property, including receipt processes and object tracking, working closely with department administration and operational teams. • Ensure the smooth day-to-day management and operation of the department. • Lead the promotion of property offered for sale, respond to client enquiries and support auction activities, including telephone bidding when required. • Identify, develop and maintain relationships with Sotheby's clients in Paris and across France and Europe.. • Oversee the organisation of events and initiatives designed to develop departmental business and promote works offered for sale. • Ensure compliance with all Sotheby's policies, procedures and legal requirements in all client interactions and business activities. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS • Achievement of the financial objectives established for the department. • Maximisation of departmental profitability. • Development and retention of a high-quality client base. • Delivery of a high standard of client service, including professionalism, responsiveness and efficient execution. • Key role in the organisation of the department, ensuring adherence to company procedures and the successful execution of auctions and sales. • Strong collaboration and effective working relationships with immediate team members and with other departments in the wider company.. IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES • Academic training in art history to postgraduate level including proven interest in European sculpture. • Experience in the marketplace at a high level with particular focus on European sculpture. • Proven client facing track record. • Working fluency in English and French languages, reading ability in Italian and/or German preferred. To view our Candidate Privacy Notice for the US, please click here . To view our Candidate Privacy Notice for the U