Senior Specialist

Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers Corporation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Private Health Care

Job summary

Bonhams is seeking a Senior Specialist for Watches in Hong Kong to lead consignments, build client relations, and drive sales in a fast-paced auction environment.

You will source high-quality timepieces, manage exhibitions and catalogues, coordinate with global teams, and travel as needed to meet targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the auction/specialized watches field.
• Established dealer and collector relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and networking.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-spot valuation of client collections and source consignments.
• Foster relationships with trade bodies to advance the department.
• Attract new collectors and dealers to grow the buyer/vendor database.
• Participate in Watches/Auction events and related functions.
• Collaborate with local and overseas teams on new business opportunities.
• Coordinate advertising and marketing campaigns.
• Catalogue watches for sale and assist catalog preparation.
• Support exhibitions, including HK or worldwide.
• Promote department through digital platforms and events.
• Assist Head of Department with budgeting and expenditure.

Skills

Relationship building

Networking

Communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 Senior 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 & Attributes

• 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

Some of our benefits and perks include:

• 20 days annual leave
• Private Health Care

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.