Recruiter

Sotheby's Institute of Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York seeks an experienced Recruiter to lead talent acquisition for Product & Technology, Marketing, and Corporate roles. You will drive strategy, partner with technology leadership, and influence HR to reach recruiting goals.

The role demands a trusted advisor approach, strong ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle, and a focus on candidate experience. Join a global luxury art environment with a data-driven, AI-enhanced recruiting practice.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with technical recruiting focus.
• Proven experience partnering with technical leadership through hiring processes.
• Ability to manage multiple searches and client relationships.
• Knowledge of talent acquisition strategies and programs.
• Experience using AI tools in recruiting to improve sourcing and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruitment across disciplines and levels with hiring manager partnership.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify talent needs and plan recruiting strategies.
• Drive fast, efficient interview process from sourcing to offers.
• Leverage sourcing channels and networks to attract top talent.
• Deliver on diversity recruiting goals.
• Use analytics to provide decision-support for the team.
• Act as brand ambassador for Sotheby’s to attract talent.
• Manage candidate experience end-to-end.
• Apply creative, AI-driven recruitment practices.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Technical recruiting

Relationship management

Communication skills

AI in recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Sotheby's

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.

About Sotheby's

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Recruiter to lead our talent acquisition efforts in the growing Product & Technology, Marketing, and Corporate. Responsible for driving the recruiting strategy and full-cycle processes for all functions, and levels of the organization.

This role will act as a trusted advisor and partner to Sotheby’s technology team and leadership, as well as to the broader HR team to reach our recruiting goals.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary talent partner for business functions, owning full-cycle recruitment across a variety of disciplines and levels while partnering closely with hiring managers to attract, assess, and hire top talent.
• Collaborate with our internal leadership teams, and cross-functional partners to identify areas of talent needs and help craft strategic plans to meet hiring goals
• Partner closely with hiring managers to drive a fast and efficient full-lifecycle interview process from sourcing through on-site interviewing, negotiating offers, and closing candidates
• Leverage and improve on existing recruiting and sourcing channels, such as employee referrals, sourcing tools and networks to find, attract and hire the best talent for Sotheby’s
• Deliver on our diversity recruiting strategy and goals
• Foster a data-driven recruiting approach, leveraging analytics to provide insight and decision support for the team
• Act as a brand ambassador and steward of Sotheby’s; both internally and externally selling our business and creating a great experience for both internal employees and external talent
• Manage the candidate experience end-to-end, with focus on creating a stellar and streamlined candidate experience for every role
• Creative mindset in approaching new and innovative Talent Acquisition best practices using AI

Ideal Experience & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, technical recruiting experience required
• Proven experience working with technical leadership end-to-end through the recruiting process
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple searches, projects and client relationships
• A solution-oriented business partner, with knowledge of talent acquisition strategies and programs
• Demonstrated ability to function as a collaborative partner across the broader People Operations organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Passion around social media, Internet research, and employer branding
• Experience incorporating AI tools into recruiting processes to improve sourcing, candidate identification, and overall hiring efficiency

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $80,000-$100,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates.