Senior Proposals Writer Job at Christie´s in New York

Senior Proposals Writer Senior Proposals Writer for Christie’s. The role works within the Proposals Department, collaborating with Specialist Departments and operational teams to project manage, develop pitch strategy, identify key differentiators and narratives, and write and assemble business documents to support Specialists and Executives in convincing potential consignors that Christie’s is the best choice to sell their property.
Why This Role Matters The position is expected to oversee proposals for major consignments and provide integral support to other team members in preparing proposals for sale.
How You Will Make An Impact Project manage, assemble and organize written letters, complex proposals for sale, digital presentations, agendas, market reports, timelines, comp sheets and other business‑getting tools for Specialists and Executives.
Develop and hone messaging about Christie’s strategic advantages and strengths, ensuring proposals address clients’ priorities.
Lead meetings with specialists across departments to strategize, structure proposals and project timetables.
Write and organize proposals and presentations within allotted time.
Proactively track Christie’s marketing and sale activities, developing new sections for proposals.
Lead pitch coaching sessions, developing pitch messages and narratives for specialists and business‑getters.
Gather statistical information and illustrations of comparable property sold at Christie’s and in the overall market for own proposals and those of other team members.
Collaborate with Specialists to incorporate feedback on own documents and for other team members, making recommendations for new sections and messaging.
Strategize and coordinate with Proposals Designers to convey the appropriate style and ensure all accompanying materials are completed timely.
Assist with scanning images for the department when necessary.
Assist with assembling proposals for own projects and for other team members.
Proofread documents.
Collaborate with other members of the Proposals team on larger projects, acting as team leader or assisting role as required.
Complete other duties as assigned by Manager.
What You Will Bring To The Team Bachelor’s of Arts Degree.
5–8 years of relevant work experience (preferred).
Client‑facing or constituent‑facing experience (preferred).
Extremely professional and polished.
Excellent writing/communication ability; ability to tell stories and weave narratives.
Strong knowledge of InDesign.
Experience using Figma (preferred).
Knowledge of Mac computers and software programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Photoshop (preferred).
Extremely proficient project management skills and ability to lead meetings with senior executives and management.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate a variety of statistics related to Christie’s performance.
Knowledge of the auction/art market.
Excellent organizational, time‑management and ability to work under extremely tight deadlines and intense pressure.
Solutions‑oriented, motivated, efficient, proactive, self‑starter and a great team player.
Fluent in English.
Will be required to work four days in the office per week, with additional days in the office as needed.
What’s great about working for us Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (Christie’s pays 80% of premiums).
401(k) Savings Plan with a matching contribution up to 5%.
Life Insurance – 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s).
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s).
Generous time‑off and leave policies, including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program – reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year.
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan.
Commuter Benefits – pre‑tax money toward daily commute with Christie’s contribution of $21 per month.
Back‑Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of backup care through Bright Horizons CSR.
Charitable day – one paid day per year to dedicate to a charity of your choice.
Perks and discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer Christie’s Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Christie’s ensures equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or service in the United States Armed Forces.
Closing Date June 24th, 2026
Compensation Salary: $85,000.00 – $95,000.00 (excludes discretionary bonus and overtime pay).

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