Associate Specialist/ Specialist, 20th and 21st Century Art, Taiwan

The RoleThe Associate Specialist/Specialist is responsible for bringing in business, cataloguing and coordinating the sale and property, requiring in-depth knowledge of client relationship management and relevant markets for the art category working in close collaboration with a global team of specialists. This role focuses on 20/21 Century ArtSpecific duties & responsibilities will include but are not limited toDevelop business contacts and strategic opportunities, including developing auction and private sales strategies, with International Director and business manager.Identify and maintain relationships with all client categories (collectors, dealers, corporations, institutions), including the ability to work with major clients in the sale of high value property.Function as liaison with overseas specialists and Client Advisory team, working on appraisals as a means of generating new long-term business opportunities and reconnecting with inactive clients.Review incoming photo inquires with department to determine property sale potential and value (pricing sessions).Write and prepare catalogue essays. Research property including authenticity, bibliography, provenance and exhibition history.Work on catalogue production and layout.Prepare condition reports of consigned property prior to the auction.Participate in Telephone Bidding with clients during the auction.Coordinate pre-sale exhibition set-up.Work with buyers during sale week to market and pre-sell the sale.Participate in pre-selling upcoming auctions through targeted marketing efforts.Coordinate and produce materials and information for Press and Marketing.View and visit competitors’ auctions and track overall results.Actively participate in events, art fairs, and other functions to represent Christie’s.Other duties as assigned.The CandidateBachelor degree or equivalent work experience in fine arts.Minimum of 5-8 years paid work experience in related field.Knowledge of the auction business.Demonstrated ability in appraising property and business-getting.Knowledge of E-mail, Spreadsheet, Word Processing and Presentation software (Microsoft Office preferred).Ability to learn new internal systems and programme quickly.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken English and Mandarin.Customer-service oriented with strong negotiation and influencing skillsDemonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize.Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail.Ability to work within a team environment