Business Support Administrator, Operations (Fixed-Term Contract - 1 year)
The Company
Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.
Why This Role Matters
The Business Support Administrator provides centralized support to Christie's Art Departments through the coordination of a variety of administrative activities. The Business Support Group is responsible for providing a high level of support to Specialist Department Sale Coordinators across the business on a day to day basis, particularly in busy sale periods. The team is charged with responding to Specialist Department requests via telephone, in-person and via email in an efficient and seamless manner.
How you'll make an impact
Support Sale Coordinators with a variety of administrative tasks
Provide support to Specialist Departments with the creation of Seller Agreements and Stock Orders by accurately capturing and processing the relevant information on JDE, etc.
Liaise with Specialist Departments and Art Transport to arrange property pickup and shipments for incoming property for sale
Liaise with Specialist Departments and Accounts Payable regarding PO receipting and follow up
Process Temporary Releases and Site Transfers
Responsible for liaising with and following up with Specialist Departments and Logistics for ongoing stock clearance
Strong awareness of overall business activities and ability to communicate relevant information effectively
Other duties assigned by Supervisor
What you’ll bring to the team
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure to tight deadlines
Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships
Solid administrative/secretarial experience in a busy, commercial environment
Computer literacy (Word, Excel packages and JDE desirable)
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to problem solve and proactively follow up to ensure issue resolution
Ability to work to tight deadlines
What’s great about working for us
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance - 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s)
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits
Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.
Closing Date: December 18th, 2025
*Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.