Social Media Executive (6 Month FTC)

Christie´s; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Christie’s is seeking a Social Media Executive for a 6-month contract in London to join their EMEA team. The role involves content creation, coordinating posts across various social media channels, and supporting marketing initiatives with a focus on the luxury art market. Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about the intersection of social media and storytelling in art.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave

Flexi Fitness Fund - £400 health-related activity allowance

Generous retirement plan with pension matching

Private Health Insurance with no employee contribution

Discretionary Bonus based on company performance

Donation matching up to £500 per annum

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to exclusive art exhibitions and tours

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury brands or marketing departments.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to create engaging social content across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the EMEA Social Media Strategy.
• Coordinate daily social media posts and create original content.
• Assist with reporting and data analytics related to social media performance.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Creativity

Job description

Social Media Executive (6 Month FTC) page is loaded

Social Media Executive (6 Month FTC)

Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR00013680

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 one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and intellectually curious self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach, fully embracing the opportunities presented to them while actively seeking to deepen their understanding of the auction process and the strategic use of data in decision-making. A natural problem-solver, they will be inquisitive and eager to learn across functions.

This role is positioned within Christie's in-house Creative Studio and involves close collaboration with the Marketing, Creative, and Specialist teams to produce original content and articulate brand messaging that reflects Christie's tone of voice and resonates with our target audience.

As Social Media Executive, you will be an integral part of Christie’s EMEA social media team. Reporting to the EMEA Social Media Manager, you will play a key role in content coordination and scheduling for EMEA-driven posts across Christie’s corporate social media channels. These will focus on auctions, events, and business priorities throughout the region, with a particular emphasis on the Middle East.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Assist the Social Media Manager in executing the EMEA Social Media Strategy, in line with global guidelines
• Coordinate on daily social media posts across all channels, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, X and YouTube Shorts
• Create design and video-led content for all social channels, with a keen eye for luxury storytelling
• Assist the Social Media Manager with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting – being data driven is a must
• Manage the execution of the @christiesmiddleeast Instagram strategy including day-to-day social plan and content creation
• Develop positive working relationships with internal stakeholders across London, Paris, Geneva, Middle East and New York City
• Work closely with the Creative Leads (Design and Copy) to ensure all social content is on brand and follows studio process
• Support the Social Media Manager in organizing influencer events

What you’ll bring to the team

• Demonstrable years working in a luxury brand, in-house agency or marketing department
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and tasks, often with tight deadlines
• Have a strong attention to detail and understand how drive engaging social content across multiple social platforms, ideally with a background in art and/or luxury
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Excellent understanding of grammar, tone, and storytelling
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Ability to work in a reactive environment with fast turnaround times
• Enthusiastic about the art and luxury market
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Have a keen eye for investigating and uncovering stories that are social-first
• A team player, with an ability to connect with stakeholders across markets

What’s great about working for us

• 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave

• Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec – 2nd Jan) – in addition to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family

• Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on

• Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you

• Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about

• Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable)

• Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues

• Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year)

• Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie’s)

• Private Health Insurance – no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members

• Dental Insurance – (may be extended at personal cost)

• Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury after 12 months

• Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day

• Employee Assistance Programme – access to personal advice and support services including counselling

• Eyecare vouchers (once a year)

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Christie’s Extras – discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops

• Seniorcare by Lottie, a comprehensive eldercare solution

• Robust family first policy:

Ø 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave

Ø Four-day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave

Ø Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year

Ø The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea…

*Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd June

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About Us

Christie’s is the world’s leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour.

Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories – including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables – as well as a long and successful history of private sales.

Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai.

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