What’s Sotheby’s like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

Well, the Senior Specialist for Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art is all about sourcing, cataloguing, and selling art pieces in both London and New York. You’ll be working with a lot of different teams to develop strategies for getting new works, maintaining relationships with collectors, and contributing to the growth of that art category.

You’ll need a mix of deep knowledge in Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art, strong client-facing skills, and a knack for business development. It’s also important to have great organizational skills since you’ll be overseeing cataloguing and research processes.

Yes, there might be some international travel involved, especially for valuation projects and meeting clients. It sounds like a great way to see different places while doing what you love!

You’d be identifying and securing art pieces for sales, maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, and meeting revenue goals. Plus, you’d be involved in the cataloguing process and supporting the execution of sales, which includes client communication and exhibition oversight.

Sotheby’s promotes collaboration across its global teams, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to work with other specialists and scholars. They really value expertise and aim to uphold high scholarly standards, which can help you grow in your role.