Business Analyst - Gooding Christie's (1year Fixed Term Contract)

Christie´s; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) with 5% match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Fitness reimbursement

Annual discretionary bonus

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Christie’s Gooding Christie’s is seeking a Business Analyst to provide analytical and operational support across global auction and private sales. You will drive decision‑making with market intelligence, financial analysis, and cross‑functional project coordination, partnering with leadership and finance teams.

The role emphasizes data integrity, reporting dashboards, and scalable business processes to support growth and integration with Christie’s platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in business analysis, consulting, financial analysis, strategy, commercial operations, or similar analytical role.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative and communication skills; ability to build financial models and executive presentations.

Responsibilities

• Support leadership with market insights, valuations, and market research.
• Develop and maintain historical transaction databases and market intelligence resources.
• Build financial models and business cases for strategic initiatives and approvals.
• Coordinate cross‑functional projects and reporting dashboards to support growth.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Business analysis

Data analytics

CRM platforms

BI tools

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics/Data Analytics

Tools

CRM platforms

BI tools

Job description

Business Analyst - Gooding Christie's (1year Fixed Term Contract)

The Company Gooding Christie’s is the market-leading automotive auction house owned by Christie’s. Gooding Christie’s combines Gooding & Company’s longstanding expertise in the collector car market with Christie’s global platform, international network and client base. The business conducts premier automotive auctions and private sales in the United States and internationally and is continuing to expand and integrate into Christie’s global infrastructure. Christie’s is a world-leading art and luxury business, providing clients with exceptional service and expertise through its international network of salerooms and offices. Gooding Christie’s colleagues work closely with teams across Christie’s to deliver exceptional client service and support the continued growth of the automotive business.

Why this role matters

The successful candidate will provide analytical, operational, and strategic support across Gooding Christie's global auction and private sales business. Working closely with senior leadership, specialists, Commercial Finance, Christie’s Art Finance, and other Gooding Christie’s and Christie’s colleagues, the Business Analyst will help drive informed decision‑making through market intelligence, financial analysis, business reporting, and project coordination. The role will support a broad range of commercial initiatives, including market valuations and appraisals, transaction analysis, commercial finance approvals, art financing initiatives, business development, strategic planning, and cross‑functional projects. The Business Analyst will also play an important role in supporting Gooding Christie’s continued integration with Christie’s systems and data platforms, while helping develop scalable reporting and business processes to support future growth.

How you will make an impact

• Support specialists and leadership with market valuations, appraisal analysis, and market research.
• Monitor competitor auctions, private sales, and market activity; prepare regular reporting on market trends, auction performance, sell-through rates, and pricing.
• Maintain and develop historical transaction databases, market intelligence resources, and business reporting tools.
• Coordinate the internal commercial approval process for guarantees, enhanced hammer arrangements, and other structured transactions, working closely with Commercial Finance and preparing supporting analyses and presentation materials.
• Build financial models, business cases, executive presentations, and briefing materials for senior management and strategic decision-making.
• Support business development initiatives by analyzing market opportunities, client activity, regional performance, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal and external financial partners, including providing transaction data, market information, and reporting to support financial modelling and analysis.
• Assist with development and implementation of reporting dashboards, business metrics, and specialist performance reporting.
• Support cross‑functional strategic initiatives, including Europe growth, Private Sales expansion, sealed bid initiatives, and technology implementation projects.
• Assist with data integrity, reporting processes, and systems integration as Gooding Christie’s continues its integration with Christie’s technology platforms.
• Perform other duties and strategic projects as assigned.

What you will bring to the team

Bachelor’s degree required ; degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field preferred 1–3 years of experience in business analysis, consulting, financial analysis, strategy, commercial operations, or similar analytical role. Some prior work experience in a fast-paced, client-facing or operational environment preferred Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to build financial models and executive presentations Experience working with reporting systems, CRM platforms, or business intelligence tools preferred, with ability to learn Christie’s internal systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work independently. Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and functions. Interest in automobiles and/or the collector car market preferred Fluency in English.

What's great about working for us

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
• 401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
• Life Insurance - 3x base salary up to $400k (100% paid by Christie’s)
• Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
• Generous time‑off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
• Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
• Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
• Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
• Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back‑up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
• Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefit *Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time

Closing Date: October 22nd, 2026

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