Head of Valuations

Our client is an Auctioneers and Valuers holding exclusive auctions of privately owned fine jewellery, silver, ceramics & glass, paintings, decorative works of art, luxury goods and antiques. Due to a recent move to a brand-new saleroom and expansion, this is an exciting time to be part of the company and lead the valuations team. The successful candidate will be a key figure in business getting for the auctions, and will work with the Founding Director on developing the auctions, assisting to manage and oversea the sales and co-ordinate the valuations, as well as liaising with clients every day, they should have good leadership qualities. They will be efficient and have a sense of urgency and self-motivation.

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinating and conducting Probate and Insurance valuations
• Day to day management of a small valuations team
• Working towards and meeting annual sales targets
• You would be conducting on-line and in-person valuations
• You would be responsible for business development across all areas, sourcing new collections and increasing turnover
• Exploring new ways to increase sales, initiating valuations/marketing events
• You would catalogue our regular and fine auctions
• Working with Founding Director to increase business development
• Working as part of the team to ensure that we continue to achieve the exceptional service and results that we are known for

Requirements:

• Highly experienced in cataloguing and valuing across all areas
• Some management skills or demonstrated leadership qualities
• Experienced in carrying out Probate and Insurance valuations
• Auctioneer experience would be an advantage
• Computer literate, experience with ATG Toolbox and bidding platform advantageous
• Excellent customer skills, team player and a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Passionate, diligent and possess excellent written and communication skills
• Full, clean driving licence and use of own vehicle