Career Opportunities

Acting in the capacity as Specialist in the Jewellery department, this position will successfully manage Hong Kong Jewellery auctions for PHILLIPS, overseeing sale production and selling local sales while cultivating networks among collectors, dealers, curators and others in the Jewellery market.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The primary function of this role is to spearhead business getting for worldwide sales and assist with business development opportunities in Tokyo and more generally in Japan, acting as the senior-most representative of our brand permanently based in the country, and managing Japan-based employees. The position will require the incumbent to cultivate networks among Japanese-speaking and/or Japan-based collectors, dealers, curators and others, predominantly within the 20th Century and Contemporary Art market but also across all selling categories; as well as to evaluate artworks, bring in consignments, and sell artworks across all sales channels (including private sales). Must maintain excellent relationships at a senior level with dept heads in London, New York and Hong Kong to maximize the flow of property to these sale locations according to the global sale calendar. Responsible for nurturing our existing client base in Japan, building Phillips’ brand value, and continuing to grow the regional market.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds, and skills, and we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips Auctioneers is searching for an experienced Lead Photographer to produce property object images for our photographic experience ecosystem (principally website and apps).

Reporting to the International Head of Publishing Production and based at our NY Studio warehouse facility, the role will be tasked with the daily production of photography across all of Phillips auction departments. Shoot workload and workflow planning using Excel and other systems to ensure optimum throughput and quality of images.

Shoots will include a diverse range of objects from large scale sculptures and canvases to chairs and vases. Using industry production best practices and techniques the approach to producing each object image will need to be considered in terms of suitability depending on the object. This role will also include managing another full-time photographer and videographer.

The purpose of photography at Phillips is to show an artwork in its best light, with the aim of selling the artwork. This requires a balance to be struck between rendering a good digital representation of an artwork, while making the imagery appealing for prospective buyers.

This position will be responsible for the administration of all post-sale property for the Modern and Contemporary Art Online and Live Sales’. Acting as the main liaison for both internal team members and external clients, the role will focus on facilitating and processing post-sale transactions and troubleshooting all issues in a timely manner with the appropriate departments to maintain the highest standard of service.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Client Services are the first people that our clients interact with and uphold Phillip’s standards. They must be extremely professional, have the ability to multitask, be very presentable, charismatic, confident and polite while interacting with our diverse clientele. They should consistently provide the highest level of professional service possible to our clients as well as Phillips colleagues. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications. 

The Head of Warehouse and Logistics is responsible for Phillips’ warehouse operations, art handling and internal logistics in the Americas. As a key member of the operations team and working in partnership with stakeholders from across the business, this position is critical in optimizing the efficient and safe flow of physical inventory through the business. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The Photographs Administrator has responsibility for all administrative duties related to the New York live and online Photographs auctions.  The Administrator will act as a liaison on behalf of the Department with internal team members and external contacts to meet all auction deadlines with a focus on supporting the consignment process from start to finish. This position may include working directly with the Worldwide Head to facilitate and schedule internal and external meetings, and work on administrative, financial, or logistical tasks as required.

The Administrator position is an excellent early career opportunity tailored to a candidate with interest in photographs, the auction market, arts administration and/or Business or Project Management.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds, and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Acting as a Cataloguer, in the 20th Century & Contemporary Art Department in London, this position will be responsible for assisting the Head of Sale/Online Sale Manager and Specialists with valuations, enquiries and cataloguing and researching property for our departmental sales and online platform.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips’ email marketing manager holds a crucial role within an innovative and creative global marketing team based across New York, London and Hong Kong. The email marketing manager ensures that our brand goals and strategy are expressed through our email marketing programme. They will report back to the business on wins as well as making recommendations for future campaigns. This is an opportunity to work with many different groups across a fast-growing global art business running campaigns across auctions, exhibitions, institutional and corporate partnerships, as well as our drop-based e-commerce platform Dropshop.

Responsible for managing building facilities and security for all of Phillips’ New York locations, including responsible for cleanliness and integrity of the facility, overseeing property repairs, effectively and efficiently running systems and equipment, performance of maintenance tasks, supervising cleaning staff, scheduling and providing direction to service vendors, overseeing department budgets and responsible for managing premises security and workplace safety. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips’ Video and Multimedia Department produces leading content about 20th century and contemporary art, design, photography, jewels, and watches. We are seeking an inspired, innovative, and experienced short-form Video Producer for this key role to oversee high-level projects from start to finish to support our sales and editorial initiatives.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The primary focus of the role is to ensure aged property is managed and moved through the business; excess property is managed down to the necessary minimum and the data accuracy of on-site property is controlled. The Operations Project Coordinator will arrange outbound shipments for returning property to owners, as well as providing regular reporting, best practice and process for property counts. Overall, the role will ensure there is a proactive approach to managing historic and post-sale inventory in alignment with the global processes. The role is a fixed-term contract for 6 months.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

This position is responsible for leading fine art framing needs for Specialist Departments.

Phillips is the destination for international collectors to buy and sell the world’s most important contemporary works of art. By focusing specifically on the defining aesthetic movements of the last century, we’ve set ourselves apart as the most dynamic and forward-thinking auction house. Our considered approach and specialized knowledge lead clients to seek our guidance on contemporary collecting trends. This finely-honed expertise is evident in all aspects of our business, from the caliber and quality of our sale catalogues, events and exhibitions, to a superior level of individualized client service. Headquartered in New York and London, with offices throughout the world, Phillips conducts sales in a select number of categories: 20th Century/Contemporary Art, Photographs, Editions, Design, Watches and Jewelry. Additionally, our core art business includes special exhibitions, private sales, advising private estates and corporate clients, museum services, and consulting. Phillips currently has a Part-Time Seasonal Art Handler opportunity available.  

This position is responsible for Ensuring the safe and timely preparation of works of art for display, exhibition and transport. 

The candidate is responsible for all tasks related to shipping, for the NY Watches department.

They will provide support to Watches New York for all their shipping requirements. In addition, they will support office and administration matters when required. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Our company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Architect and manager to design and develop Phillips’s next generation platform. Leveraging the expertise and learnings from our current team and platform, the architect will spearhead a greenfield buildout of new databases and microservices to power our object store, user management, ecommerce, search and live auctions. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

The primary focus of the role is to ensure that sold and unsold items of artwork (referred to as ‘aged property’) is managed and moved through the business; excess property is managed down to the necessary minimum, and the data accuracy of on-site property is controlled. The Operations Project Coordinator will arrange outbound shipments for returning property to owners, as well as providing regular reporting, best practice and process for property counts. Overall, the role will ensure there is a proactive approach to managing historic and post-sale inventory in alignment with the global processes. We anticipate the assignment to be up to 6 months, subject to business need.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

To assist the Operations department at the 432 Park Avenue Gallery with exhibitions, auctions, and events, and assist as needed at the warehouse in Long Island City.

Acting as a Specialist based in Tokyo, this position will be responsible for business getting for the Jewellery department across sales locations depending on the type of property/collection sourced for sale. The specialist is also responsible for selling departmental sales by developing a network of collectors and dealers, as well as assisting with selling auctions worldwide.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

To work as part of the LWH Property Control Team to receive in, handle, pack, process and release artworks consigned by the Online Department.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips is an international auction house, conducting sales of Contemporary Art, Photographs, Design, Modern & Contemporary Editions, Jewels and Watches. Phillips is currently seeking organized, motivated & visitor focused individuals to fill casual Client Services Representative positions in our Client Services department. 

Based in London, the primary focus of the position will be to support our Client Services team in the day to day running of the front of house and the provision of the Client Services function on an ad-hoc basis. You will be responsible for representing Phillips and our high values of professionalism and excellence by offering an outstanding client service & visitor experience at all times.

Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Phillips Auctioneers are seeking invigilators to work at their London location, 30, Berkeley Square, Mayfair.

Invigilators are crucial in maintaining the security of the artwork and the safety of all visitors to the show, whilst providing a welcoming and professional front of house experience. Gallery Invigilators report to the Client Services Manager.