Our client, a well-established auction house based in Birmingham, is seeking an experienced Jewellery Specialist to join it’s team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in fine jewellery who enjoys working with clients, valuing exceptional pieces and contributing to successful specialist auctions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct valuations for fine jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones and watches for auction, probate, insurance and private clients.
- Catalogue jewellery accurately, producing descriptions.
- Build and maintain relationships with private collectors, dealers, solicitors and other contacts.
- Source consignments and help grow the department through business development.
- Manage client enquiries and provide advice throughout the auction process.
- Work alongside photographers and marketing teams to prepare catalogues and promo material.
- Assist with auction viewings and represent the department during sale days.
- Research provenance, designers, hallmarks and gemstones where required.
- Ensure all items are handled, stored and documented in accordance with company procedures.
Key Skills:
- Previous experience as a Jewellery Specialist, Jewellery Valuer or Jewellery Cataloguer within an auction house, jeweller or valuation practice.
- Strong knowledge of fine jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones and precious metals.
- Experience producing auction catalogue descriptions and valuations.
- Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
- Commercially minded with the ability to identify opportunities to secure new consignments.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.