$200,000 – $230,000
Listed on Sotheby's’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
A lawyer will handle loan agreements and financial transactions for Sotheby's art-financing division, structuring deals backed by fine art and collectible assets while managing negotiations and closing procedures. This role suits someone with banking or in-house legal experience who can think strategically about legal risk while translating complex issues into practical business guidance.
Our summary, not Sotheby's’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years of banking or finance legal experience
- Bachelor's degree and JD
- Active New York State bar admission
- Ability to draft and negotiate loan agreements and security documents
- Due diligence and transaction closing experience
Nice to have
- In-house legal department experience
- Experience with art or collectible assets financing
- Familiarity with matter management and contract lifecycle management tools