Career Opportunities

This position is responsible for providing business process training and support to the Sale Administration pool, as well as acting as a point of escalation to this group as they navigate complex sale administration tasks. This role will instill business process excellence in the sale administrator role and be a champion for the sale administrator team when engaging with support teams to implement new business processes. This role should take a proactive approach to system and process improvements, connecting with key stakeholders across the business to understand the complexities of various tasks and making suggestions for improvement. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The primary focus of the role is to ensure aged property is managed and moved through the business; excess property is managed down to the necessary minimum and the data accuracy of on-site property is controlled. The Operations Project Coordinator will arrange outbound shipments for returning property to owners, as well as providing regular reporting, best practice and process for property counts. Overall, the role will ensure there is a proactive approach to managing historic and post-sale inventory in alignment with the global processes. The role is a fixed-term contract for 9 months.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The primary focus of the role is to ensure aged property is managed and moved through the business; excess property is managed down to the necessary minimum and the data accuracy of on-site property is controlled. The Operations Project Coordinator will arrange outbound shipments for returning property to owners, as well as providing regular reporting, best practice and process for property counts. Overall, the role will ensure there is a proactive approach to managing historic and post-sale inventory in alignment with the global processes. The role is a fixed-term contract for 9 months.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The Temporary Payroll Assistant is a member of the Finance team assists with upkeeping payroll related records in the HRIS system. He/She will also be responsible to assist with updating Excel reports with global payroll data. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips’ Video and Multimedia Department produces leading content about 20th century and contemporary art, design, photography, jewels, and watches. We are seeking an inspired, innovative, and experienced short-form Video Producer for this key role to oversee high-level projects from start to finish to support our sales and editorial initiatives. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The Proposals Writer will be based in London and report to the Head of Proposals, Europe & Asia.

The primary focus of the position will be to work closely within the Proposals department to assist in proofreading, copy editing and writing of proposals globally. The Proposals department develops business-winning pitches for consignments, through the execution of written documents from an editorial and design standpoint. The team is responsible for overseeing proposal requests from all departments; 20th Century & Contemporary Art, Design, Editions, Photographs, Jewels and Watches.

In addition to working closely within the Proposals team and with the Creative department when required (including designers and production managers), the position may require liaising with a wide range of stakeholders across the company, including senior specialists, the marketing, client intelligence and business departments. The individual must develop a keen ability to formulate and shape narratives within the Phillips brand, and will be responsible for the production of bespoke documents and presentations (in a variety of formats from digital to hardcopy) for top client business-getting in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds, and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the qualifications.

The Associate Researcher will be responsible for working closely with the entire New York Editions department to assist in all forms of comprehensive artwork research for appraisals and cataloging entries. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

This position is responsible for managing the administration for all Modern & Contemporary Editions sales and providing centralized support for the Editions department. The sale administrator will act as a liaison on behalf of the department for both internal and external clients with a focus on generating and managing consignment contracts, accounting for property inventory and sale execution in a timely manner to maintain the highest standard of service. This candidate should possess a working knowledge/experience of printmaking artists and techniques. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Manage the administration for all Editions sales in London, focusing on consignment contracts, property inventory and account settlement. Act as the first point of contact for both internal and external communication and provide administrative support to the Head of Editions, Europe as well as the other members of the department.

This role is tailored to a candidate who has a strong interest in Editions and the auction market, with the goal of becoming an integral part of Phillips’ Editions Department. The candidate will be encouraged to expand their knowledge of Editions and the market through literary research and attendance of exhibitions.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

To research and catalogue all lots consigned to the Geneva Jewellery sales.  To assist the Worldwide Head of Department in Geneva and specialists with coordinating sales, valuations, cataloguing and researching the property. 

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

All applicants must have a valid Swiss work permit.

Acting in the capacity as Specialist in the Jewellery department, this position will successfully manage New York Jewellery auctions for PHILLIPS, overseeing sale production and selling local sales while cultivating networks among collectors, dealers, curators and others in the Jewellery market. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The Content Production Coordinator supports the Content Team with administrative and logistical support for multiple global video and multimedia initiatives. The coordinator works with internal departments to move multiple simultaneous global projects forward throughout their full life cycle, providing clear communications on project status, and precisely tracking schedules and budgets.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills and we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

This is an administrative/customer service position focused on the transportation of jewels and watches within Asia and in/out of Asia. Responsibilities will also include tasks related to security and property control for both jewels and watches. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

To provide administrative, financial and logistics support in managing the sales administration for Mid-Season Sales and to coordinate and/or execute all administrative tasks linked to Mid-Season Sales in Hong Kong. Support the Head of Mid-Season Sales and the Cataloguer of Mid-Season Sales with any other tasks as required. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips is the destination for international collectors to buy and sell the world’s most important contemporary works of art. By focusing specifically on the defining aesthetic movements of the last century, we’ve set ourselves apart as the most dynamic and forward-thinking auction house. Our considered approach and specialized knowledge lead clients to seek our guidance on contemporary collecting trends. This finely-honed expertise is evident in all aspects of our business, from the caliber and quality of our sale catalogues, events and exhibitions, to a superior level of individualized client service. Headquartered in New York and London, with offices throughout the world, Phillips conducts sales in a select number of categories: 20th Century/Contemporary Art, Photographs, Editions, Design, Watches and Jewelry. Additionally, our core art business includes special exhibitions, private sales, advising private estates and corporate clients, museum services, and consulting. Phillips currently has a Part-Time Seasonal Art Handler opportunity available.  

This position is responsible for Ensuring the safe and timely preparation of works of art for display, exhibition and transport. 

This position is responsible for leading fine art framing needs for Specialist Departments.