Sale Coordinator, Asian Art and Tribal Art Departments
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About BonhamsBonhams 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 where we sell in over 60 categories, including motor cars, paintings, jewelry, and entertainment memorabilia.Our employees are passionate about their work, and we pride ourselves on a bespoke approach that aims to make every client feel important. It is an exciting time for our business and our global leadership team of art world professionals are now ready to for a People focused team to help them develop their talent strategy, strengthen our people brand globally, build organizational capability and drive process improvement.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.About the DepartmentsThe Bonhams Skinner Asian Art Department has around 4 sales a year and covers a wide variety of important items including paintings and calligraphy, prints and manuscripts, textiles, ceramics, swords, netsuke, bronzes, Buddhist sculptures and furniture from China, Japan, Korea, Tibet and India.The Bonhams Skinner Tribal and Native American Department has around 4 sales a year and features rare objects of cultural and historical significance from Africa, Polynesia, the Northwest coast, the early Americas and the American West.About the RoleThe Sale Coordinator is an integral role in the expert departments, supporting the Specialists in the successful delivery of auctions as well as the day to day running of the departments.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesYou will be the experienced user of Auctioneer 3, Bonhams' bespoke Auction Management System and primary business tool for both departments.You will be responsible for managing clients and their property throughout both departments' sale cycles, including receipting property into A3, generating and issuing consignment contracts, requesting and uploading client details and payment management.For both departments you will be the 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 co-ordinate the movement of property throughout the sale cycles, working with regional offices, Shipping, Operations & Photography to ensure efficient and compliant stock transfer.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.As an important part of both departments, you will also support on many day-to-day auction activities and ensure the departments have all it needs to run smoothly and effectively. Tasks will include responding to client enquiries pre- and post-sale, bidding and event management.Assist with companywide sale day activities such as clerking and phone bidding as needed.In addition to the tasks and responsibilities listed, you may be required to perform other duties as assigned by your line manager. This is an in-person position and the expectation is to be in the office for all working hours.Key Skills and AttributesStrong time management and organizational abilityExcellent communication in all modes with both internal and external stakeholdersAbility to manage workflow and priorities in a fast-moving environmentA flexible approach and a willingness to support Departments and teams outside of your core responsibilities1-2 years in an administrative position (not necessarily from an auction background)Addition Desired QualitiesFluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese strongly encouragedWhat We OfferIn addition to an active and progressive work environment, Bonhams offers a competitive benefits package to encourage work/life balance, including:Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance - HMO, EPO, PPO with FSA and HSA20 days paid time off (PTO)12 paid holidays and holiday break from Christmas to New Years Day16 weeks fully paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements401(k) retirement plan with company contributionLife insurance with AD&DShort- and long-term disabilityTuition reimbursementCommuter benefits (transit and parking)Employee assistance program (EAP)Professional development: free online training and expansive content libraryOnboarding buddy: 90 day mentor to welcome and orient new joinersEmployee resource groups: social club, diversity committee, mentorship programSponsored socials: annual staff art exhibition, annual summer and holiday parties, monthly birthday treats, weekly breakfastBonhams participates in E-Verify.Applicants whobest match the position needs will be contacted.