Specialist, Sculpture

The role

The Specialist, Sculpture will lead sculpture sales in Paris and coordinate business getting for Paris and global sales. This role involves providing academic expertise, conducting research, and managing client relationships.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee the organisation of Sculpture sales in Paris.
• Supervise the expertise and valuation of works of art within the department.
• Oversee and conduct cataloguing and research in 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.
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day management and operation of the department.
• Lead the promotion of property offered for sale and support auction activities.
• Identify, develop and maintain relationships with Sotheby's clients in Paris and across France and Europe.
• Oversee the organisation of events and initiatives to develop departmental business.
• Ensure compliance with all Sotheby's policies, procedures and legal requirements.

Required qualifications

• 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.

Nice to have

• Reading ability in Italian and/or German

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.