The Company

Being part of the Christie’s team is an enriching experience. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Departments, or in our more operational focused roles, we are all working together with one common goal in mind; to continue the success of this 260 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business.

Why This Role Matters

The function of the Senior Proposals Writer role within the Proposals Department is to project manage, develop pitch strategy, identify key differentiators and narratives, write and assemble business documents to aid Specialists and Executives convince potential consignors that Christie’s is the best choice to sell their property. The role is expected to oversee proposals for major consignments. This role will also provide integral support to other members of the team in preparing proposals for sale.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Project manage, assemble and organize written letters, complex proposals for sale, digital presentations, agendas, market reports, timelines, comp sheets, and myriad other business-getting tools for Specialists and Executives across all areas of the business.
Develop and hone messaging about Christie’s strategic advantages and strengths, while also ensuring that our proposals address clients’ priorities.
Lead meetings with specialists of various departments to strategize, structure proposals and project timetables.
Write and organize proposals/presentations in allotted time.
Proactively track Christie’s marketing and sale activities, developing new sections for proposals.
Lead pitch coaching sessions, developing pitch messages and narratives for specialists and business-getters.
Gather appropriate statistical information and illustrations of comparable property sold at Christie’s and in the overall market for own proposals and those of other team members.
Collaborate with Specialists to incorporate feedback on own documents and for other team members. Make recommendations for new sections and messaging.
Strategize and coordinate with Proposals Designers to convey the appropriate style and ensure that all accompanying materials are completed in a timely fashion.
Assist with scanning of images for the department when necessary.
Assist with assembling proposals for own projects and for other team members.
Proofread documents.
Collaborate with other members of the Proposals team on larger projects, either as a team leader or in an assisting role, depending on the project.
Other duties as assigned by Manager.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

Must have Bachelor of Arts Degree.
5-7 years of relevant work experience preferred.
Client-facing or constituent-facing experience preferred.
Extremely professional and polished.
Excellent writing/communications ability; ability to tell stories and weave narratives.
Strong knowledge of InDesign.
Experience using FIGMA preferred.
Knowledge of Mac computers and software programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Photoshop preferred.
Extremely proficient project management skills and ability to lead meetings with senior executives and management.
Strong analytical skills so as to evaluate a variety of statistics relating to Christie’s performance.
Knowledge of the auction/art market.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent time management and ability to work under extremely tight deadlines and intense pressure.
Solutions-oriented, motivated, extremely efficient, extremely proactive, self-starter and a great team player.
Four days in the office/week required, with additional days in the office as needed.
Fluent in English.

What’s Great About Working For Us

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance - 3x base salary up to $400k (100% paid by Christie’s)
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits
Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time

Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.

Closing Date: September 17th, 2026

Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and/or overtime pay.

Compensation Range

Salary: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00

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