Specialist
Job Details
You'll source high-value watch consignments, conduct on-the-spot valuations, and manage auction sales while building relationships with collectors and dealers across Bonhams' global network. The role combines cataloguing and marketing responsibilities with client development, requiring deep market knowledge to drive sales growth in the watches department.
About the Role
About the Bonhams Network
Founded in 1793, Bonhams is one of the world's leading auction houses — defined by connection, and home to the curious. With over 230 years of expertise, Bonhams operates a global network of trusted specialists across 24 countries, including flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris and Hong Kong. Across more than 60 specialist categories, Bonhams serves collectors of every kind — from emerging to established — with the objects, stories and expertise that define their collecting journey. Beyond auctions, Bonhams is both a destination for discovery and for industry-leading services and support. Its rotating programme of exhibitions and public programming is free and open to all, reflecting a longstanding commitment to curiosity, cultural conversation and the enduring power of objects. For forthcoming auctions and details of specialist departments, visit Bonhams.com. Bonhams: A house built on knowledge. Defined by connection. Home to the curious.
About You
As Specialist for Watches, you will play a pivotal role in assembling, managing, and executing auctions. Especially in sourcing high-quality consignments and engaging clients to buy and sell timepieces. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining client relationships and driving sales growth. This role requires a deep understanding of the market trends and development.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Able to do on-spot valuation of client's collection and actively bring in new consignments
- Foster good relations with trade and professional bodies to assist with the advancement of the department
- Bring in new collectors and trades to develop the database of important buyers and vendors
- Actively participate in Watches/Auction events, and other functions related to our business
- Work with local and overseas teams on strategies to encourage new business opportunities
- Liaise with others on advertising and marketing campaign
- Catalogue watches sales, and assist with preparation of the catalogues on a timely basis to meet deadlines
- Assist on exhibition events, including HK or worldwide
- Promote the department through digital platforms, lectures and/or other promotional events
- Support the Head of Department in managing the departmental budgets and effectively use the expenditure to maximize department benefits
Key Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in the specialty field and/or in the auction industry.
- Relationships with established dealers and collectors in the field.
- Strong written and verbal communication and networking skills.
- Detail-oriented, well-organized individual.
- Ability to prioritize and meet strict scheduled deadlines.
- Familiar with MS application, able to work within our business enterprise software.
- Ability to travel as necessary to achieve goals
What We Offer
- 20 days annual leave
- Private Health Care
Application Instructions
If you wish to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by the 22nd July 2026 at midnight. We thank you for your interest in this position but please note that we will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration.
Equal Opportunity
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.