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The Associate Specialist (Modern & Contemporary Art, Antiquities) will assist in the curation, research, and execution of Modern & Contemporary Art and Antique auctions, including both live and online sales. The role involves managing consignments, producing high-quality cataloguing content, and supporting client relationships. The ideal candidate possesses strong art historical knowledge, commercial acumen, and a keen understanding of the Southeast Asian art market.

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS

(Duties include but are not limited to the following):
1. Consignment & Research

Support the sourcing and evaluation of artworks for sale across live and online auctions.

Conduct due diligence, provenance checks, and market research to ensure accuracy and integrity of information.

Assist in the preparation of valuation reports and consignment proposals for clients.

2. Catalogue & Sale Preparation

Draft clear and engaging catalogue entries, artist biographies, and curatorial notes.

Coordinate artwork photography, measurements, and data entry into internal systems.

Liaise with the Marketing and Design teams to ensure timely production of sale catalogues and promotional materials.

3. Client Engagement

Support Specialists in building and maintaining relationships with collectors, consignors, and institutions.

Respond to client enquiries regarding artworks, estimates, and bidding processes.

Assist in the organization of client viewings, previews, and exhibitions.

4. Sale Execution & Post-Sale

Assist in the smooth running of live and online auctions, including lot order, bidding, and sale monitoring.

Prepare post-sale reports, buyer invoices, and consignment settlements.

Provide after-sale client support and follow-up communications.

5. Market Analysis

Monitor regional and international art trends to identify potential opportunities for consignments.

Maintain and update artist databases, sales records, and performance analyses.

Participate in galleries openings / art fairs / museum show to keep up to date to the market

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Fine Arts, Arts Management, or related discipline.

2–4 years of relevant experience in an auction house, art gallery, or art advisory environment.

Strong interest and knowledge in Modern & Contemporary art, particularly in Southeast Asia.

Excellent research, writing, and communication skills in English (Mandarin or another Asian language is advantageous to be able to communicate with clients/artists from Asian countries).

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

A proactive, collaborative, and professional approach to work.

Demonstrated ability in appraising property and business-getting.

Knowledge of E-mail, Spreadsheet, Word Processing and Presentation software (Microsoft Office preferred).

Ability to learn 33 Auction systems including Box, RFC, AuctionMobility and website.

Superior client service skills.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail.
33 AUCTION PTE. LTD.

33 Auction held her first auction in May 2009 in Singapore. Currently holding 3 auctions yearly in Singapore, 33 Auction specialises in auctioning Modern and Contemporary Asian Art and has plan to offer more categories of auction in the future. We are privileged to be closely associated with many important art institutions, artists, prominent collectors as well as curators.

In 2013, 33 Auction is named one of the top auction houses in Asia by Blouin Artinfo. 33 Auction has also broken many artists' world auction including that of Indonesian artists Srihadi Soedarsono, Singaporean artists Tay Bak Koi and Choo Keng Kwang as well as Filipino artist Toro.

33 Auction is committed to Exclusivity, Rarity, Authenticity, Desirability and Quality. With a practiced eye for fine investments in art, 33 Auction's goal is to become a major player in Asia's auction scene.