Christie's

Cataloguer, Wine (6-month contract)

Hong Kong Full time

The Role

The cataloguer is responsible for cataloguing and coordinating sale property for the Business Group

 

Specific duties & responsibilities will include but are not limited to

  

·       Researches property including authenticity, bibliography, and where appropriate provenance and exhibition history.

·       Assists with data entry of condition notes and catalogue production.

·       Prepares catalogue overview and write up.

·       Submits materials and images to marketing team to promote sales

·       Catalogues property including photography, research, footnotes etc.

·       Operates Orbitvu for wine photogprahy upon completion of training

·       Participates in activities that support the smooth running of the sale.

·       Provides support and research on pricing and valuation etc.

·       Develops own specialist knowledge.

·       Builds an understanding of the current market and the key players, objects knowledge and channels.

·       Actively participates and prepares property for meetings to determine value, condition and marketability.

·       Other duties as assigned.

 

The Candidate

                Bachelor’s degree and some knowledge of wine (preferably WSET Level 2 qualified).

                Previous internship or work experience in relevant department or having functional experience relevant to the role

                Demonstrated ability in appraising property for catalogue research and raisonee.

                Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

                Strong organizational skills.

                Research skills including analysis and interpretation of data.

                Attention to detail

                Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.

                Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy.

                Proficient in email, spreadsheet, work processing and presentation software (Microsoft Office)

                Ability to learn Christie’s systems as appropriate to role

                Chinese and English proficient

                An appreciation of and understanding of relevant Business Group and/or region including appreciation/understanding of wine is an advantage

                Basic knowledge of sales structures and/or general office environment/duties

                Ability to work collaboratively, team player

                Conscientious

                Tenaciouis and resilent

Salary Range

HKD 276,000 to 320,000 per annum