Careers
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Join the exciting, vibrant world of auctions - at the top of the industry - with Webb’s. Our team are dedicated, passionate, and fully committed to achieving outstanding results across the business. Raising the bar at every step is our modus operandi.
Webb’s Auction House
Proudly Serving New Zealand – 48 Years & Counting
Established in 1976, Webb’s has a long and rich history. Founder Peter Webb began his career in the art industry as exhibitions officer at Auckland Art Gallery in the 1950s. He established Auckland’s first dealer gallery, Argus Gallery, which opened with Colin McCahon’s first Auckland exhibition in 1958. In the 1970s, Webb established a contemporary art gallery in his own name. He introduced art auctions as a sale format, and they proved highly successful. The business gradually transformed into a full-time auction house – the first in New Zealand to sell contemporary art at auction.
Peter and Ann Webb sold the business in October 2014. The business was acquired by Aucklanders Bruce Qin and Ewen Mackenzie-Bowie in 2018. The pair share the aim of furthering the legacy of Webb’s distinguished founder.
At Webb's, we don't just showcase items; we curate, present, and preserve pieces that start new journeys and become part of intergenerational legacies. The satisfaction of transferring an heirloom object from one home to another, ensuring it continues its story with a new owner, is unparalleled.
If you're driven by excellence, Webb's is the place for you. Be part of a team that celebrates artistry, values expertise, and thrives on the excitement of bringing significant objects to auction.
Discover a World of Excellence at Webb's
There's something uniquely thrilling about working amidst the most iconic New Zealand and international artworks, and significant cultural items. At Webb's, you'll also handle exquisitely crafted furniture from the past century, vintage wines, rare diamonds, and collectors’ cars in pristine condition, among many others.
No two days are the same here at Webb’s. You'll be surrounded by exceptional items and extraordinary stories, making your work always interesting and engaging. The excitement of auction day and the allure of rare treasures make every moment at Webb's unforgettable.
Learn from Industry Leaders
At Webb's, you'll work with some of the most knowledgeable and passionate experts in the industry. Our team is trusted and respected for their knowledge and ability to appropriately and expertly handle every item with the utmost care. Every day at Webb's brings new opportunities to learn from the best.
Engage with the Extraordinary
What sets us apart from a gallery, museum, or retail role is our comprehensive involvement in the life cycle of each item. We source, validate, value, promote, and curate artful displays — facilitating each item's journey into a new collection, all while delivering a commercial outcome for our owners.
Always considering what’s in it for our vendors, our buyers, our team at Webb’s, and the cultural landscape of New Zealand — we act as custodians and facilitators of art, culture, lifestyle, luxury, and education.
Your contributions will be pivotal in creating history as Webb's continues to set new benchmarks in the world of auctions. Join us in this dynamic environment where every day offers a chance to engage with the extraordinary, solidifying Webb's reputation as New Zealand's premier auction house.
