Business Operations Manager
US$68,000 – US$72,000 / yr base salary
Posted 8 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Business Operations Manager, Sales Development”
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- Expected experience
- 2–3 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
| Base salary | US$68,000 – US$72,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyArts Administration, Business Operations (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
ABOUT SOTHEBY'S
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.
The Role
The Business Operations Manager serves as the department's operational lead for sourcing and valuation activity, overseeing valuation strategy, interest and sales development workflow management, reporting, and business development initiatives. Acting as a key partner to specialists and leadership, the Manager leverages opportunities to support sourcing efforts, private sales development, and collection acquisition strategies across Impressionist & Modern Art, American Art, Latin American Art, and Single Owner Collections. The role combines operational leadership, market-facing business development support, and strategic project management to drive departmental growth and efficiency.
Responsibilities
I. Impressionist and Modern Art: Valuations, Collections & Sales
Valuation Oversight & Workflow Management
- Serve as the primary business operations lead for all departmental valuation activity across Impressionist & Modern Art, including Fair Market Value, Estate, Insurance, Retail Replacement, and Sale & Financial Services valuations.
- Manage the intake, prioritization, tracking, and reporting of valuation requests, ensuring timely completion and exceptional client service.
- Partner closely with specialists, Valuations Services, and department leadership to oversee valuation workflows and resolve complex operational issues.
- Lead weekly valuation meetings, establish priorities, and drive accountability for deliverables and follow-up actions.
- Develop reporting and analytics on valuation volumes, turnaround times, conversion rates, and business development opportunities.