Cataloguer, Wine & Spirits (Temporary)

Why This Role Matters

Working between the Rockefeller Center office and The Wine Cellarage Warehouse in the Bronx, the Cataloguer contributes to the production of all auction catalogues for the New York live and online sales. Responsibilities include processing the consigned property for sale, including research and catalogue entry writing and proofing; coordination of photography, and varying duties as dictated by the head of department.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Inspect wine for live and online sales, type up condition notes, proof listings for accuracy, all while ensuring correct descriptions, quantities, vineyards, producers, varietals in the Christie’s format

• Coordinate with the following groups regarding sale production: IT, Lot Finder Team, Web Production, Business Support Group, Photography, Warehouse

• Write and prepare catalogue essays and producer headers

• Maintain image inventory and producer header spreadsheet

• Flag any authenticity or condition issues in timely manner to appropriate specialist

• Prepare lot up in conjunction with Head of Department

• Proof all cataloguing with specialists before submitting final proof to Catalogue Production

• Prepare property for inspection sessions (meetings to determine value, condition and marketability of property); and amend catalogue sheets after inspection sessions

• Enter and transmit lot adjustments in JDE, manage sale room notices

• Coordinate photography via OrbitVu

• Maintain sale images in media library and in JDE (monitor progress, liaise with photo studio on missing images, deadline constraints)

• Liaise with warehouse manager and handle inventory adjustments in JDE and department files

• Assist with event coordination and logistics

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree and/or WSET Advanced degree preferred, or equivalent work experience

• Minimum 2y paid work experience in the wine industrKnowledge of Excel, and ability to learn Christie’s systems

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively to meet deadlines in a high-pressure, deadline driven environment

• Strong client service skills, and ability to be utilize discretion with confidential information

• Strong follow up skills and ability to prioritize

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 2nd, 2026

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