Bilingual Senior Sales Specialist (German/English)

The Collecting Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auction firm is seeking a Bilingual Senior Sales Specialist (German/English) in London, Paris, or Munich. The ideal candidate will manage the auction process, build long-lasting client relationships and have a proactive sales approach. Responsibilities include researching trends in collectible cars, using Salesforce effectively, and contributing to a high-energy sales team. With opportunities for growth and sponsorship available, this position offers a dynamic working environment in the auction industry.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Company pension contribution

High energy sales team

Opportunity to attend automotive and watch events

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a sales-based role with revenue goals.
• Proactive and self-motivated with initiative in closing sales.
• Able to adapt and identify growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the auction process from pre-sales to post-sales.
• Build and maintain client relationships for repeat business.
• Research market trends for collectible cars.

Skills

Sales delivery

Proactivity

Negotiation

Customer relationship management

Fluent in English and German

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

The Collecting Group (TCG) isn't your average company; we're a team of culture curators who live and breathe cars and watches. We're not just disrupting the auction industry, we're redefining it. Our brands, Collecting Cars and Watch Collecting, are already leading the pack, but we're just getting started. We're expanding globally and we're looking for a Bilingual Senior Sales Specialist (German/English) to join us in our London, Paris or Munich offices. If you are based in Milan or the Netherlands, we would also like to hear from you.

The Mission:

You'll be joining a growing, diverse team that’s currently disrupting the traditional way vehicles are auctioned. You’ll help foster relationships and deliver excellent outcomes with both sellers and collectors locally and internationally, developing long‑lasting partnerships, whilst becoming part of the fabric of a fast‑moving, innovative company.

With a customer‑centric approach, you’ll be able to bring your sales acumen to a collaborative team, where you’ll gain exposure to a breadth of vehicles and memorabilia, whilst contributing to revenue growth and product development.

The Gearbox:

• Be a dedicated point of contact through the life of the auction process, coordinate end to end activities from pre‑sales through to post sales ensuring excellent levels of engagement and service throughout the process.
• Communicate and build client relationships to foster long term repeat business.
• Research values of collectable cars, analysing industry trends to make informed decisions on market trends and determine competitive market reserves.
• Managing the full consignment process with administration tasks including arranging of photography.
• Continually work to build your network and bring in new business opportunities for The Collecting Group.
• Use Salesforce to manage consignments and customers from prospects through to auction close, ensuring records and customer information is accurate and up to date.
• Participate in Collecting Cars external events to help build awareness of the brand.
• Work as part of the wider Collecting Group team, collaborating to support the success of all members.

The Specs (What We'll Need From You):

• You have prior experience within a sales‑based role, successfully delivering against revenue goals.
• You’re proactive and self‑motivated, with proven abilities to take initiative and close sales.
• Open minded and inquisitive – you're adept at adapting to what we do and are constantly looking for opportunities for the company to evolve and grow.
• Adept at negotiating sale terms with customers - you can demonstrate this to us.
• Commercial yet customer‑first mindset – We are proud of our excellent customer service that builds our reputation and our member base from word‑of‑mouth referrals.
• Assured telephone manner and ability to achieve high call volumes.
• The ability to research and absorb information quickly, enabling you to identify suitable vehicles from multiple high‑resolution images.
• Attention to detail and an investigative approach.
• Proficiency in with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, such as Salesforce.
• Fluency in English and German.

The Pit Stop:

This role can be based in Parsons Green, London, or in Germany. We’re able to provide sponsorship for this position too if you're looking to relocate to London.

The Fuel:

• 25 days holiday (plus an additional day each year after 2 years tenure)
• Private medical insurance for you and your family with Vitality (in UK).
• Company pension contribution (in the UK).
• A fast‑paced high energy sales team
• Learn negotiation and sales skills to onboard and listings
• The thrill of the auctions and chasing down deals to have cars sold
• Interacting with high value customers and learning more about vehicles
• The opportunity to attend amazing automotive and watch events.

The Finish Line:

If you're passionate about cars and culture, and you are eager to support buyers and sellers across Europe, then we want you in the driver's seat. Buckle up and join us on this exhilarating ride.

Ready to Shift Gears?

Apply now and let's build the future of The Collecting Group together.