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
You will support the Client Accounting and Private Sales teams with the day‑to‑day running of accounting operations, assisting where necessary to ensure everything runs smoothly. This is a great opportunity to gain broad exposure, from supporting month‑end activities, managing auctions through to assisting with the processing of private sale transactions. We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player with strong numerical skills and some corporate experience, who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across the business. You’ll have a good eye for detail and take pride in delivering accurate, timely work while learning about strong governance and compliance along the way. Most importantly, you’ll bring a positive attitude and a genuine desire to learn, contributing to a friendly, supportive team environment while helping to deliver an excellent service to our internal and external stakeholders.
How you'll make an impact
Client Accounting
Aid Buyer registration and compliance control
Liaise directly with clients and the organization to ensure effective communication on outstanding debtors
Provide client invoices and statements as necessary
Schedule meetings and liaising with the Specialist departments, Business Support Group, Post Sale Department, Christies Art Transport, Commercial Finance, Legal etc
Issuing and processing tax refunds
Reviewing Seller Charges
Processing of sundry requests credits and debits and preparing for settlement
Entering extended payment terms on the appropriate ledgers to ensure accurate cash-flow
Assist as needed with the receipting of incoming payments
Private Sale Service Centre
Assist with Validating and verifying private sales transactions globally for all entities to ensure:
Christie’s has the legal right to consideration
Transacting with the vendor and/or buyer does not place unnecessary risk on Christie’s
Any tax considerations have been vetted and approved
Any contingent issues for sale or payment have been addressed
The corresponding accounting entries accurately reflect the sale
Support with Invoice creation of Private Sale invoices for all jurisdictions globally, ensuring you have the localised knowledge of all legal and tax requirements in each jurisdiction
Work as a team in the PSSC inbox to ensure service standards are adhered to. Including good communications and response times
Help with ensuring payment from the buyer and settlement to the seller is timely and accurate, liaising with Treasury and Payments Team to provide seamless client service
What you’ll bring to the team
A fresh perspective: bringing new ideas and enthusiasm to the team, with a willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement.
Hands‑on learning and support: working closely with experienced team members to assist with day‑to‑day tasks, gaining valuable exposure and developing an understanding of the role over time.
Strong foundation skills: some experience using the Microsoft Office Suite and, ideally, exposure to accounting or financial systems.
Professional and enthusiastic team player: motivated, curious, and keen to build a career within a luxury corporate environment, with a strong desire to learn and grow.
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 additional 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
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
Robust family first policy:
16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave
Four day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave
Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year
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 26th April
Salary: £20,500 per annum
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