Hiring: Head of Private Sales, Watches Company: Sotheby's Location: New York, United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:55:16 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •8+ years of professional and relevant experience within the luxury goods, art, collectibles or related markets Required Skills: •Strategically drive growth of private sale transactions within Watches. •Originate, negotiate and execute private sale transactions, leveraging Sotheby's global network and client base to identify opportunities. •Lead the sourcing and origination of exceptional property within Watches, leveraging personal networks, market intelligence and Sotheby's global platform to secure opportunities for both private sale and auction. •Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of private sale opportunities through proactive client engagement and business development activities. •Work closely with Private Sales Strategy, Client Development and Specialist teams to identify client priorities, create action plans and generate transaction opportunities •Maintain an exceptionally high level of client service, cultivating strong relationships with new and existing ultra-high-net-worth clients, collectors, dealers, advisors and other market participants. •Actively source property for private sale and identify opportunities to place property with existing and prospective buyers. •Participate in pricing, valuation and transaction discussions relating to private sale property. Compensation: •$200,000 - $250,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!