Modern & Contemporary Art Associate Specialist

33 AUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An art auction house in Singapore is seeking an Associate Specialist for Modern & Contemporary Art auctions. Responsibilities include curating, managing consignments, and client relations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Art History or related fields, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and strong art historical knowledge. Proficiency in English is essential, and knowledge of Mandarin or other Asian languages is a plus. This role offers an exciting opportunity in Southeast Asian art curation.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in an auction house, art gallery, or art advisory environment.
• Strong interest and knowledge in Modern & Contemporary art, particularly in Southeast Asia.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the curation, research, and execution of Modern and Contemporary Art auctions.
• Manage consignments, produce high-quality cataloguing content, and support client relationships.
• Liaise with Marketing and Design teams for sales catalogues and promotional materials.

Skills

Ability to Multitask

Sales

Contemporary Art

Microsoft Office

Bidding

Appraisals

Social Media

Interpersonal Skills

Relationship Management

Selling

Marketing

Art History

Word Processing

Attention to Detail

Writing

Cataloguing

Curating

Sourcing

Ability To Learn

Adobe Photoshop

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Fine Arts, Arts Management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An art auction house in Singapore is seeking an Associate Specialist for Modern & Contemporary Art auctions. Responsibilities include curating, managing consignments, and client relations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Art History or related fields, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and strong art historical knowledge. Proficiency in English is essential, and knowledge of Mandarin or other Asian languages is a plus. This role offers an exciting opportunity in Southeast Asian art curation.