Expertise Coordinator – Impressionist & Modern Art (French)

About the role

The Expertise Coordinator supports the New York Impressionist & Modern Art department by managing the full expertise process for auction and private‑sale consignments as well as other specialist inquiries.

Key responsibilities

• Lead authentication for all Impressionist and Modern Art consignments, including drafting letters, updating sale spreadsheets and coordinating certificates of authenticity.
• Maintain strong relationships with international experts and clients, acting as the primary liaison for timely communication.
• Organise departmental conference calls with global Expertise Coordinators and coordinate domestic and international expertise shipments.
• Anticipate and resolve issues involving experts, artists, consignors or purchasers, and negotiate rates and fees with external specialists.
• Support sale teams on auction‑related projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Fluent French language skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Art History, Decorative Arts or a related field.
• 2‑3 years of paid experience in a comparable art‑expertise or auction environment.
• Strong knowledge of the auction business and excellent written and spoken communication.
• Ability to work both independently and within an international team.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Christie’s COS system
• JDE ERP system

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans (Christie’s covers ~80% of premiums).
• 401(k) savings plan with company match up to 5%.
• Opportunities to work with world‑renowned experts and leaders in the art market.