Sale Coordinator - London, United Kingdom - Bonhams
Description
Bonhams is looking for a Sale Coordinator, Part-time to join the Furniture, Works of Art and Carpets and Tapestries team based in London.
About Bonhams
Bonhams is a global auction house with an 18th century heritage poised for transformative change.
Our global operations are based in London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong, and we sell in over 60 categories, including motor cars, paintings, jewellery, and entertainment memorabilia.
About the Department
The Furniture, Works of Art, Carpet and Tapestries department is a busy and dynamic department, holding six sales as year as well as supporting other Themed and House Sales.
Two Fine Decorative Arts Sales held in New Bond Street, Two Homes and Interiors Sales held in Montpelier Street, The Connoisseurs Library Sale also held in Montpelier Street and The Grand Tour Sale held in New Bond Street.
The department is primarily based in Montpelier Street, but you will also occasionally be expected to work in New Bond Street or in Bonhams warehouse in Oxfordshire.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- You will be the department's experienced user of Auctioneer 3, Bonhams' bespoke Auction Management System and primary business tool.
- You will be responsible for managing clients and their property throughout the sale cycle, including receipting property into A3, generating and issuing consignment contracts, requesting and uploading client details and payment management.
- You will be the Department's primary contact for a range of external stakeholders ranging from our clients to restorers and suppliers, escalating to your Specialists when required.
- You will help coordinate the movement of property throughout the sale cycle, working with regional offices, Shipping, Operations & Photography to ensure efficient and compliant stock transfer.
- You will lot up the sales.
- You will work with Client Services, Operations and Shipping to support clients with after sale enquiries, including the resolution of payments and arranging shipping quotes for both purchased and unsold lots.
- You will support your Department with preparing valuations, condition reports and condition photography as required.
- As an important part of the Department, you will also support on many day to day auction activities and ensure the Department has all it needs to run smoothly and effectively. Tasks will include responding to client enquiries pre and post sale, bidding and event management.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong time management and organisational ability
- Excellent communication in all modes with both internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage workflow and priorities in a fastmoving environment
- A flexible approach and a willingness to support Departments and teams outside of your core responsibilities
- Previous experience in an administrative position (not necessarily from an auction background)
Bonhams Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing to 33 with service.
- Private Health Care
- Life Assurance
- Health & Wellbeing Assistance Program
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
- Learning and Training Assistance Program
- Annual Travel Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Bonhams is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.
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