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Career Opportunities

Some of the world's greatest works of contemporary art and design are bought and sold at Phillips. As an ambitious, value-driven organization, we're looking for collaborative team members who will bring their passion, energy, expertise and ideas to work every day.

We're an international business, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge, capabilities and career across different locations, departments and disciplines. For a dynamic, rewarding role at the cutting edge of the arts industry, please apply for a specific position in a Specialist or Business Support department or register your interest.

Phillips is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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    Current Vacancies

  • Posted Tuesday, June 3, 2025

    ADMINISTRATOR, SELLER SERVICES

    London

    The Administrator will lead sale administration and business governance, supporting consignment gathering for sales from inception to completion, in accordance with company policies and best practices while delivering high-quality client service.

    This dynamic role is ideal for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys multi-tasking and organisational tasks whilst coordinating all key processes leading up to the sales. The successful candidate will support sales across all departments and will report into the Manager, Seller Services.

    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.

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  • Posted Monday, May 26, 2025

    BIDS & POST-SALE SERVICES COORDINATOR

    Hong Kong

    To support and assist the Bids & Post-Sale Services Manager with all Bids tasks in the lead-up and during each live Hong Kong auction and  to process all online only auction registrations for HK-based sales. Additionally, he/she will also work as part of the Post-Sale Services team assisting clients with purchases and associated shipping arrangements after each auction in Asia.

     

    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.

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  • Posted Tuesday, May 20, 2025

    PART-TIME COMPENSATION ANALYST

    New York

    The Compensation Analyst will provide specialized support to the CFO and other executive stakeholders, focusing on headcount reporting, compensation analysis, and sales incentive plan payout data. The Compensation analyst will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely reports.  These outputs will support decision-making and strategic planning efforts across the organization.

    This position will work closely with the CFO to establish and maintain streamlined mechanisms for tracking and reporting compensation-related data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, and maintaining well-organized filing systems for compensation records.

    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.

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  • Posted Wednesday, May 7, 2025

    FACILITIES OFFICER / SENIOR OFFICER

    Hong Kong

    Work closely with the Office Facilities and Inventory Manager to effectively and efficiently operate and maintain building functions, including monitoring and maintaining building systems and facilities equipment, upholding integrity of building common areas, overseeing performance of building maintenance tasks, repairs, and scheduling and providing direction to service vendors.

    This role is responsible for all Hong Kong corporate locations including the West Kowloon gallery and office, and Pedder Building watches space.

    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.

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  • Posted Thursday, May 1, 2025

    UK CUSTOMS MANAGER

    London

    Phillips is seeking a highly knowledgeable and detail-oriented UK Customs Manager to join our shipping team. The successful candidate will manage all customs compliance activities for Phillips London, ensuring adherence to HMRC regulations and maintaining the highest operational standards. This role includes oversight of one Temporary Admission account, management of a Customs Warehouse, and the issuance of clearance instructions for all pre-sale shipments.

     

    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.

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  • Posted Friday, February 21, 2025

    CATALOGUER, JEWELLERY

    New York

    As Cataloguer in the Jewellery department in New York, this position is primarily responsible for cataloguing and contributing to all aspects of the catalogue production process for Jewellery Sales for New York. This position will also be responsible for producing Jewellery appraisals/valuations. This position will report to the Specialist, Head of Sale to support selling the New York sales and Jewellery 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 the qualifications. 

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  • Posted Tuesday, February 11, 2025

    BIDS & POST-SALE MANAGER

    Hong Kong

    We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Bids & Post-Sale Manager to join Phillips. This role involves overseeing the bid process, ensuring seamless experience for our clients, guiding the bids coordinator, and managing post-sale activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, leadership and organization skills, a deep understanding of auctions, and a passion for exceptional customer service.

     

    For Bids, the manager is responsible for maintaining data quality control, providing customer service and overseeing bids initiatives and training. The position focuses on continuous improvement, close monitoring of service levels, and identifying opportunities to enhance service efficiency. The manager will design and implement training modules to support the team.

     

    The manager is also responsible for overseeing all activities related to the after-sales process. Being the main contact for internal and external clients for a portfolio of sales in respect of post-sale client management and owning all escalated issues. This role requires managing client relationships, coordinating logistics, and ensuring that clients receive the items they have purchased in a timely and professional manner. Your ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with various stakeholders will be crucial to your success in this position.

     

    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.

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  • Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024

    PT SEASONAL FINE ART FRAMER

    New York

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

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  • Posted Sunday, August 11, 2024

    REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE, INDONESIA

    jakarta

    The primary function of this role is to assist in spearheading business getting for worldwide sales and assist with business development opportunities in Indonesia, and more widely across Southeast Asia. While Indonesia is the preferred location for this role, other Southeast Asian locations will also be considered. The position will require the incumbent to cultivate networks among collectors, dealers, curators and others across all collecting categories, including Modern and Contemporary Art, Watches and Jewelry; as well as evaluate works, bring in consignments, and sell works across the different disciplines. This role will also assist the necessary internal departments with Client Development, Client Liaison and Events and Marketing responsibilities for Asia. 

     

    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.

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  • Posted Monday, March 18, 2024

    PT SEASONAL ART HANDLER

    New York

    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. 

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Internships

  • Posted Friday, May 30, 2025

    FALL MODERN & CONTEMPORARY ART RESEARCH INTERNSHIP

    New York

    4 MONTH PAID FALL INTERNSHIP- – Phillips is currently seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals who work well in deadline-driven environments for our fixed-term, 4-month-long Fall internship with a Monday-Friday 9am-6pm schedule in the Modern & Contemporary Art department, beginning on August 11, 2025 and ending on December 23, 2025. The deadline to apply is June 30, 2025 at 6pm EDT.

    Based in our New York Headquarters at 432 Park Avenue, this role is great for someone looking for a long-term career in the auction world, and who is interested in high level research in a fast-paced environment. Interns will be trained in Phillips' systems and research procedures in order to directly contribute to the department.

    By assisting in preparatory research and administrative duties for the Fall sales—the Modern & Contemporary Art Evening, Day and New Now Sales—successful applicants will benefit from this unique opportunity for professional development through hands-on experience in the art industry. 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.

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  • Posted Wednesday, April 30, 2025

    INTERNSHIP – ALL DEPARTMENTS

    Hong Kong

    Have you ever wondered what its like to work at an auction house? Are you passionate about collectibles? Do you have a knack for research and writing? Then this is an exciting opportunity for you.

    Phillips is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working and motivated individuals to fill internships across all our selling categories – Modern & Contemporary Art, Watches and Jewelry.

    Based in our Hong Kong headquarters, the primary focus of the internship will be to gain an insight into the day-to-day operations of a leading international auction house.

    We accept applications throughout the year, but kindly note we fill internships on an as needed basis / rolling basis. Typically internships last 3-6 months during the Fall, Spring and Summer auction seasons, and candidates are usually contacted for interviews in September, January-February and June, respectively.

    We want to open the doors of the auction world to all those with a passion for our industry. 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. We are looking for people that can bring a different vision and perspective to Phillips.

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Register Your Interest

If you would like to register your interest in working at Phillips, but no appropriate vacancies are advertised, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please indicate in your cover letter the location and department you are interested in joining.

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