Sotheby’s

Client Advisor, Luxury Retail, The Salon at York Ave

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Luxury Retail, Sales, MarketingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a strong passion for client service and an expertise in luxury goods, along with a proven ability to build brand awareness and drive business revenue. Experience in retail sales or a related field is preferred, and a positive, team-first attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

The Client Advisor, Luxury Retail, The Salon at York Ave will serve as a Brand Ambassador for Sotheby’s, consistently providing prompt, professional, warm, and courteous service to clients to exceed their expectations, lead the recruitment of new clients, convert walk-in clients, and develop existing clients, maintain continuous working knowledge of Sotheby’s events and inventory, liaise with specialists to facilitate sales, achieve and exceed sales goals, and support operational needs within the Sotheby’s organization.

Skills

Client Service
Retail Sales
Brand Awareness
Sales
Business Development
Communication
Teamwork

Sotheby’s

Auction house for fine art

About Sotheby’s

Sotheby's is a global auction house that specializes in selling fine art, luxury items, and collectibles through live and online auctions, as well as private sales. The company provides online estimates to help sellers determine the value of their items, which is a key differentiator from competitors. Sotheby's holds auctions in major cities worldwide, attracting a diverse audience and ensuring a competitive market for high-end items. The goal is to connect buyers and sellers in the luxury market while offering a personalized and discreet experience.

Key Metrics

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1744Year Founded
$4MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage
Real Estate, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget

Risks

NFT market volatility poses financial risks for Sotheby's digital collectibles sales.
Recent staff layoffs indicate potential financial instability or auction performance downturn.
The $100 million Breuer building acquisition could strain financial resources if unprofitable.

Differentiation

Sotheby's offers both live and online auctions, catering to diverse client preferences.
The company provides private sales for clients seeking privacy and exclusivity in transactions.
Sotheby's expertise in valuing rare items attracts high-end collectors and investors.

Upsides

Sotheby's collaboration with The Luxury Group offers unique luxury auction experiences.
The acquisition of the Breuer building enhances Sotheby's brand and auction venue prestige.
Sotheby's acceptance of cryptocurrency payments attracts crypto-wealthy buyers.

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