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Managing Director, China

ChinaFull-time2026-05-13 → 2026-10-09

Core

Executive leadership for Sotheby's China business, driving sustainable growth through client development, partnerships, and managing all facets of the China operation.

Role type

Senior IC Managing Director (Luxury Auctions)

Builds

Auction and private sales volume, client relationships, and operational resilience in China

Domain

Luxury goods, Art & Antiques, Auctions (via careerplan.io/jobs/5995329004-managing-director-china-at-sothebys)

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Client relationship management, Strategic partnership development, Regulatory compliance, Operations management, Market strategy, Cross-functional collaboration, Negotiation, Cultural agility, Executive presence

Preferred skills

Experience in auction houses or luxury sectors, Knowledge of China market dynamics

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Build and deepen relationships with China-based collectors to secure consignments and boost private sales; Identify new client segments and forge strategic partnerships; Collaborate with specialists and global teams to optimize cross-category sales; Provide oversight of regulatory compliance and risk management; Define and execute the China strategy in alignment with regional and global priorities

Seniority

Senior, executive leadership