Auction Cataloguer: Jewelry Research & Valuations

Cultural Signal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Christie’s Birthday office closure

Volunteering day

Donation matching up to £500

Flexible Fitness Fund £400

Private Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Income Protection Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Christie’s Extras discounts

Maternity leave - 16 weeks full pay

Job summary

Christie’s in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Cataloguer to support the production of department catalogues and valuations throughout the year. You will process jewellery consignments, write and proof catalogue entries, and coordinate with experts on authentication and valuations.

You will conduct provenance research using libraries, online databases, and sale catalogues, review authenticity with specialists, and assist with shipping documentation, lot cards, and condition reports.

Qualifications

• Gemology knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of the art market and auction industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process jewellery consignments for auctions and private sales.
• Write and proof catalogue entries; oversee authentication processes.
• Conduct provenance research using libraries, databases and catalogues.

Skills

Gemmology knowledge

Auction market knowledge

Research skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Gemmology qualification

Job description

Christie’s in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Cataloguer to support the production of department catalogues and valuations throughout the year. You will process jewellery consignments, write and proof catalogue entries, and coordinate with experts on authentication and valuations.

You will conduct provenance research using libraries, online databases, and sale catalogues, review authenticity with specialists, and assist with shipping documentation, lot cards, and condition reports.