Auction House Jewellery & Silver Department Saleroom Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Auction House - Saleroom Assistant
Due to recent expansion we have an exciting opportunity for an
intelligent, hardworking and committed individuals to work within a well
established Bristol auction house.
The successful candidates will be exposed to all areas of the auction
business and will quickly be expected to take on responsibility.
The role will involve:
- Co-ordinating the smooth administration of our clients' items, pre and
post-sale – from consignment to payment and dispatch.
- Assisting with the preparation of online auction catalogues -
photography and image editing
- Maintaining a presentable saleroom
- Viewing and sale day roles
- Collating, picking and packing lots for dispatch
The ideal candidate will need to have the following qualities:
· Good customer service skills
· Impeccable attention to detail Excellent organisational skills
· Quick to learn with drive and determination with the desire to
progress within the auction industry.
· Experience in handling jewellery, silver and decorative arts is
an advantage but not essential.
· An interest or experience in photography will be an advantage,
but training will be provided.
· A positive working attitude, who can bend and flex with the
needs of a busy auction schedule supporting the sale leaders at all
stages.
· Good written and spoken English,
· Good computer and internet skills,
Pay rate dependent on experience, with excellent potential for
progression after an initial trial period to a permanent position.
Additional Information: Hours: Monday to Friday (9am to 5:30pm)
Occasional extra hours required as and when required (as to the needs of
the business).
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 07/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Auction House Jewellery & Silver Department Saleroom Assistant roles across East Bristol Auctions Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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