Shipping Coordinator (Temp)
The Company
Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do, and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business.
Why This Role Matters
The Shipping Coordinator embodies key responsibilities. It takes care of Luxury shipments organized for Geneva sales, importations, exportations and administrative work of the department. Full time position from October 1st2026 to January 8 2027.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Source and provide shipping quotes, create import/export invoices, meet deadlines and send shipment’s pre-alerts
- Organize transports with suppliers: pre-sale, post-sale and returning items
- Packing of jewels and watches to be shipped from Geneva office
- Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders
- Monitor shipment progress and update relevant parties
- Maintain accurate records of shipments, including tracking information, delivery confirmations
- Receive and give parcels in person to suppliers
- Following sustainable practices and initiatives to minimize environmental impact
- Administration support: Receipt of deliveries, invoices, TIB files, filling and preparation of shipping paperwork
- Other duties as assigned by Line Manager
What You’ll Bring to the Team
- Experience in the luxury or art industry is recommended
- Demonstrate excellent proactivity, communication & organisation skills
- Be able to organise yourself, prioritise your own workload/activity and work to meet deadlines
- Proven time/task management and problem solving abilities
- A passion and determination to deliver a high standard of client service
- Positive, dynamic attitude and team player
- Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
- A good problem solver with the ability to seek continuous improvement
- Logical thinker & attention to detail
- Proficient in using MS Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe and PowerPoint
- Fluent in French & English
Close Date: 27th September