South Asian Art Specialist - Modern & Contemporary Auctions

Sotheby's; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading art auction house in Greater London is seeking a Senior Specialist in Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art. This role involves sourcing, cataloguing, and selling significant artworks, while ensuring exceptional client service and developing strong relationships with collectors and institutions. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in the field and possess a deep understanding of art valuation and auction processes. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a prestigious global community dedicated to fostering art excellence.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art.
• Proven ability to evaluate works and manage cataloguing assignments.
• Strong working knowledge of the full auction cycle.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and secure works for sales.
• Cultivate relationships with collectors and advisors.
• Oversee cataloguing process and research.

Skills

Expertise in Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art

Client relationship management

Business development

Research and scholarly writing

Excellent communication skills

Education

Scholarly training in Art History or a related field

Job description

A leading art auction house in Greater London is seeking a Senior Specialist in Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art. This role involves sourcing, cataloguing, and selling significant artworks, while ensuring exceptional client service and developing strong relationships with collectors and institutions. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in the field and possess a deep understanding of art valuation and auction processes. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a prestigious global community dedicated to fostering art excellence.