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About Sotheby’sEstablished in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.THE ROLETo provide support to the Chief Marketing Officer and Global Head of Media Relations and, as needed, the Marketing & European Press Teams.ResponsibilitiesEmail/Diary management:Continuous review of incoming emails and calls, to ensure both CMO & Global Head of Media Relations is immediately aware of everything needing urgent response & attentionAppropriately delegate, escalate and manage email, requests & diary on behalf of CMO & Global Head of Media RelationsImplement and maintain effecting filing system for CMO & Global Head of Media RelationsConducting research to help shape communications aspects of proposals & pitchesPreparing PowerPoint presentations for internal meetings/communicationsManaging press monitoring service & data analysis – analysing and evaluating PR coverageManagement of global calendar of art world and Sotheby’s events and communications activities for departmental planning and referenceAssist with travel itineraries, expenses and scheduling meetings for the CMO & Global Head of Media Relations, as well as help with other projects as neededOrganising and minuting team meetingsAttending meetings in CMO / Global Head of Media Relations or others’ stead as neededAssisting with marketing, communications and social campaignsAssisting with organising marketing/ PR eventsMonitoring industry news and competitor brandsIdeal Experience & Competencies3+ years of relevant professional experienceExcellent communication skills (both written and spoken)High level of thoroughness and organisation, with a good eye for detail and the ability to prioritise tasksCompetence in variety of programmes (word, excel, powerpoint, photoshop)Discretion with confidential informationReliable team player, calm under pressureTo view our Candidate Privacy Notice for the US, please click here.To view our Candidate Privacy Notice for the UK, Hong Kong, France and Switzerland, please click here.The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates.
