Sales Support Placement 2027/28

Equipment Sa; Dromore; Remote; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid placement

Global exposure

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Euro Auctions invites motivated students to join a 12–15 month placement in our Dromore office. You will profile territories, build global customer networks and assist on-site at auctions, gaining hands-on experience across construction, agricultural and automotive equipment markets.

The role emphasizes flexibility, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, customer‑focused approach. Travel opportunities and exposure to a global market are offered.

Qualifications

• Be studying towards a third level discipline preferably in Business, IT, HR, Marketing or Accounts.

Responsibilities

• Profile and develop assigned territories to identify new business opportunities.
• Source and build relationships with new customers and potential sellers.
• Identify and secure equipment for auction consignment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and sellers.
• Assist with hands-on setup and preparation of auction sites.
• Support auction operations, including bid-catching and on-site engagement.
• Travel to auction sites as required.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on customer service.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and knowledge of equipment in construction, agricultural and automotive sectors.
• Collaborate with wider teams to ensure successful auction delivery.

Skills

MS Office Excel

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Education

Third level discipline in Business/IT/HR/Marketing/Accounts

Job description

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm, Fridays 8am – 3.45pm

Location: Dromore, Co. Tyrone.

Euro Auctions conducts unreserved auctions of industrial plant, construction equipment and agricultural machinery on a global basis with sites in the UK, Europe, UAE, Australia, US and Canada. We are the market leader in Europe, holding more sales and selling more lots per sale than any other auction house.

Your placement year really matters especially when you are making your first career move.

Euro Auctions gives you the chance to make an impact and make your placement really count.

You will quickly become a respected member of the team and develop rounded business skills that will serve you regardless of where your future takes you.

About this role

Key Activities:

• Profile and develop assigned territories to identify new business opportunities.
• Source and build relationships with new customers and potential sellers.
• Identify and secure equipment for auction consignment.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and sellers.
• Assist with the hands-on set-up and preparation of auction sites.
• Support auction operations, including bid-catching and on-site customer engagement.
• Travel to auction sites as required.
• Work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with a strong focus on customer service and business development.
• Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and knowledge of equipment, particularly within the construction, agricultural and automotive sectors.
• Work collaboratively with wider teams to ensure the successful delivery of auction events.

The Person:

We’re looking for a motivated individual with a genuine interest in machinery and a practical, solutions-focused approach. As part of a global team operating across three continents, you’ll enjoy a varied role in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to work with colleagues and customers around the world. The ability to adapt, use good judgement and maintain high standards is key to success in this role.

While these opportunities are initially aimed at third year placement students, they are also open to fresh graduates eager to gain valuable international business experience.

• Christmas Shutdown.
• Opportunity for travel.

The Requirements

• Be studying towards a third level discipline preferably in Business, IT, HR, Marketing or Accounts (other disciplines will be considered)
• Must be eligible to live, work and remain in the UK, within 1 hour’s commute of the office you are applying to
• The ability to work full time for 12-15 months.
• Exhibit flexibility and willingness to work extra hours during busy auction periods.
• Maintain a valid passport.
• Show proficiency in entire MS Office suite especially Excel.

To excel in this position you will:

• Be reliable, self-motivated with good attention to detail and an exceptional work ethic.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Have a desire to exceed expectations.
• Excellent communicator with strong organisational and multi-tasking skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work to strict deadlines with limited supervision.
• Detail orientated individual with the ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.

Euro Auctions are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Euro Auctions thank all applicants in advance, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

All placements are paid and offer exposure to global market, some offer the chance to travel to other sites.