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Consignment Director - Comics

Heritage Capital Corporation
3.5 out of 5 stars
10 Hanover Street, London W1S 1YQ
£40,000 - £80,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time

Location

10 Hanover Street, London W1S 1YQ

Full job description

About Heritage Auctions

Set your sights on a career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses. Heritage Auctions is a global auction house driven by curiosity, innovation, and the stories behind extraordinary objects. For nearly 50 years, Heritage has connected collectors and consignors through a dynamic marketplace that celebrates history, culture, and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other major cities, we support a worldwide network of experts and enthusiasts across more than 50 auction categories. From Sports and Entertainment memorabilia to Luxury Handbags, Fine Art, Jewelry, Coins, Wine, and rare historical artifacts, every item tells a story. We are dedicated to bringing those stories to life through deep research, cutting-edge technology, and thoughtful presentation. Known for our expertise and innovation, we offer a dynamic environment where passion for history, culture, and storytelling brings collectors together to discover, learn, and collaborate.

LOCATION

10 Hanover Street
London, Mayfair, W1S 1YQ
United Kingdom

COMPENSATION

40,000-80,000 GBP (Commensurate with experience.)

SUMMARY

This role in London is responsible for appraising property, acquiring consignments, building and maintaining client relationships, generating and responding to leads, participating in catalog production and sales processes, and supporting auction operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Evaluate property and establish auction estimates
  • Acquire consignments through Heritage Auctions and individually generated leads
  • Research, authenticate, and catalog property
  • Proof catalog text and images, press releases, consignment and bidding emails, and advertising copy
  • Market auction lots to clients
  • Contribute to the expansion of the client database
  • Respond to inquiries before, during, and after auctions
  • Travel as needed to meet with clients and review property for potential consignment
  • Actively participate in auctions

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • 5+ years’ experience in a major auction house and/or as a commercial dealer preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and maintain close attention to detail
  • Positive attitude with strong customer service skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Ability to follow established standards and direction
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
  • Excellent organizational skills; accurate and thorough

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Individuals must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person