Client Strategy & Object Intelligence Analyst, 20th & 21st Century Art
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 our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 260 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business.
Why this role matters
The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills and knowledge of the 20th & 21st Century art market. The Client Strategy & Object Intelligence Analyst will support the 20th & 21st Century Client Strategy Managers with client targeting, business-getting and strategic planning around sales. This role will additionally directly support the American Art, Photographs and Prints & Multiples departments by providing comprehensive research and enrichment of object records and translating that intelligence into actionable strategies.
The role consolidates information from internal and external sources to update digital records of key works, maintains core client and market lists, and supports specialists throughout the sale cycle from pre-sale targeting through post-sale debriefs. The ability to successfully analyze a high volume of data and complete complex tasks accurately is essential. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and experience in database management, synthesis of data and strategic planning.
How you'll make an impact
Conduct in-depth research on high-value works, consolidating provenance, ownership and market history from internal and external sources
Input and maintain object and market intelligence in Christie's databases with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail
Review and continually enrich object records, ensuring that knowledge generated by specialists and business-getters through valuations, cataloguing and client conversations is captured and actionable
Create bespoke reports on objects, artists and collections to support departmental sourcing and selling efforts
Track the wider market for these categories – competitor auctions, private sales, major museum and commercial exhibitions, art fairs and relevant literature and translate activity into actionable intelligence
Assist Client Strategy Managers with planning and conducting client reviews
Maintain Top Buyer, Top Collections, Wish Lists and other client lists as required by Client Strategy Managers
Manage and maintain market statistics for use in business-getting initiatives
Identify potential buyers by researching comparable past lots and relevant client behavior working with Heads of Sale and Client Strategy Managers
Assist in managing pre-sale interest meetings and prepare post-sale debriefs with a focus on strategic client & object insights
Become an expert and champion in Christie's Client & Object data systems
Work closely with the wider Client Strategy & Object Intelligence team globally on enrichment, sourcing and strategic initiatives as required
What you’ll bring to the team
Bachelor’s degree (as a minimum) in art history or a relevant subject
Knowledge of and interest in 20th & 21st Century Art
Minimum 3 years works experience in the fine art industry; commercial art world experience preferred
Confident running working meetings with Specialists and senior internal keyholders
Able to present intelligence and analysis clearly and credibly to departmental leadership; comfortable contributing a point of view in senior-level discussions
Impeccable attention to detail; a precise, thorough and strategic researcher
Superior data analysis skills with a high level of accuracy in work
Advanced Excel skills
Digitally fluent, with a strong track record of rapidly learning emerging technologies and resolving technical issues to maintain productivity
Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task and prioritize
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work independently on long-term projects
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and diplomacy
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
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
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: May 7th, 2026
*Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.