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Specialist, Handbags & Fashion

Sotheby's
Location
Hong Kong
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Luxury
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience in auction house, ecommerce or second-hand luxury shop
  • Knowledge of retail and resale markets for luxury handbags and accessories
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Client Focus; committed to providing outstanding service to clients
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a busy, global team
Nice to have
  • Experience as an authenticator and valuer of luxury goods
  • Interest in luxury brands and ecommerce businesses
  • Mandarin and Cantonese are highly advantageous, other language skills are highly valued
  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and flexible
What the job really is

The Specialist, Handbags & Fashion at Sotheby's is responsible for sourcing luxury bags and accessories for auctions and the Buy Now Marketplace. This role involves authenticating items, providing pricing and valuation services, and building relationships with buyers and internal teams. Regular travel is required to various locations in Asia to promote auctions and engage with clients.

Things to weigh
  • Role requires regular travel across Asia
  • No specific salary or benefits mentioned in the posting
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