- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- £32,000/year
- Department
- Heritage, Patrimony & Archives
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
About Christie's
Founded in London in 1766 by James Christie, Christie’s is a leading international auction house whose heritage spans fine art, decorative arts, jewellery and exceptional collectibles. Through auctions, private sales and digital platforms, it connects collectors with remarkable objects and the expertise that brings their histories to life. As an employer, Christie’s offers career paths across specialist departments, client services, marketing, technology and operations within a global, culturally rich environment. Its work calls for intellectual curiosity, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, appealing to professionals who value scholarship, commercial acumen and the exacting standards of the international art and luxury markets.
Christie’s is seeking a Cataloguer in London to process jewellery consignments, research provenance, prepare catalogue entries and support expertise, authentication and valuations for auctions, private sales and insurance. The role also supports client services, sale preparation and shipping documentation; salary is £32,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Catalogue property for auctions, private sales and valuations in accordance with Christie’s processes.
- Conduct provenance research using libraries, online databases and auction sale catalogues.
- Review authenticity and condition issues with specialists, raising concerns promptly.
- Assist specialists with valuations for sale and insurance, business development, and business-getting proposals.
- Coordinate with photographers and image editors to prepare lot photography and approve final images.
- Help proofread the entire sale, including catalogue text, images and lot essays, and prepare lot cards for sale exhibitions.
- Prepare condition reports and provide them to clients upon request.
- Assist clients in the gallery during sale exhibitions, private viewings and events.
- Maintain and update the department’s library and research resources.
- Collaborate with the Inventory Controller and Sale Coordinator to prepare shipping documentation for tours and exhibitions, including pro forma invoices and export licences.
- Support the Sale Coordinator in organising expert assessments, including certificates, testing and workshops.
- Support the team with walk-in client valuations.
Qualifications
- A gemmology qualification is an advantage.
- At least 2 years’ professional experience in the jewellery industry.
- Strong understanding of the art market and auction industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to conduct thorough, high-quality research.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, provide prompt follow-up and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
- A team-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently when required.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years’ professional experience in the jewellery industry.
Education
A gemmology qualification is an advantage.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is GBP 32,000 per annum.
Benefits
25 days’ annual leave plus one birthday leave day; office closure from 25 December to 2 January in addition to annual leave; an additional week of annual leave in the year of each five-year anniversary; an additional volunteering day; donation matching up to £500 per year; a taxable £400 annual Flexible Fitness Fund allowance for health and wellness activities; access to gallery exhibitions and guided tours; discretionary bonus dependent on business and employee performance, payable in March; pension contributions matched at double the employee contribution up to 5% of basic salary, with a maximum 10% contribution from Christie’s; private health insurance with no employee contribution and subsidised cover for family members; dental insurance, with extensions available at personal cost; income protection insurance; life insurance from the first day; Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling; annual eyecare vouchers; Cycle to Work scheme; Christie’s Extras discounts; 16 weeks of full pay on maternity leave; a four-day week at full pay for eight weeks after returning from maternity leave; 10 sessions or days of dependent back-up childcare or eldercare per year; and the Stork Club parent community.
Culture
Christie’s workplace culture centres on specialist expertise, intellectual curiosity and a shared appreciation for art and exceptional objects, with discretion and attentive client service shaping its professional environment. Its international auction business brings together specialists and colleagues across disciplines, combining a distinguished heritage with an evolving approach to digital engagement and the global art market.
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