Sothebys
Head of Department, Jewelry, North America
New York, United States. Posted 7 months ago
The role
The Head of Department, Jewelry, North America leads the Jewelry Department in North America. This role involves people management, cost management, sales, and client strategy. The person will also be responsible for new business generation and the sourcing, authentication, evaluation, and sale of property.
What you will do
- Lead the Jewelry Department in North America
- Develop and lead departmental business getting and negotiation to meet sales and net profit targets
- Nurture client relationships and focus on strategic long-term business development
- Identify and develop private clients in the USA
- Participate in consignment sweeps and appraisals/valuations in the USA
- Execute bids and provide post sale service to successful buyers
- Increase private sale revenue by growing awareness of private-sale capabilities
- Manage specialist and cataloging staff including recruitment and performance management
- Research and catalog objects to high standards
- Attend global Jewelry auctions where necessary
Required qualifications
- Relevant skills
- Training
- Experience
- Education
- Licensure or certifications if applicable
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
About the company
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. The company has a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries.