Consignment Director - Historical Documents

Heritage-Capital-Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Onsite gym with personal trainer

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, is seeking a Consignment Director for Manuscripts to build relationships with collectors, institutions, and dealers in the Dallas area. You will evaluate property, contribute to marketing strategies, and drive growth in the Manuscripts category.

You will source high-quality consignments, assess authenticity and historical importance, and collaborate with internal teams to maximize auction results.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an auction house or major institution.
• Expertise in autographs, letters, documents, archives, or historical ephemera.
• Experience with institutional or private collection curation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grow and refine the Manuscripts category with senior management.
• Source exceptional consignments from private collections, estates, dealers, and other institutions.
• Generate and pursue leads independently and via Heritage Auctions’ resources.
• Evaluate manuscripts for authenticity, historical importance, and market value.
• Negotiate terms of consignment and maintain consignor relationships.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote Manuscripts auctions and private treaty sales.
• Expand the Manuscripts client base by identifying and engaging new buyers and sellers.
• Travel as required to meet clients and review collections.
• Assist with catalog production, proofreading text, imagery, and press materials.
• Contribute to educational content and promotional campaigns highlighting the category.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

Detail-oriented

Project management

Customer service

Integrity

Education

5+ years in auction house or major institution

Job description

Description

Build your career with Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, Heritage Auctions has spent five decades connecting collectors with extraordinary objects and the stories behind them. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States and around the world, Heritage serves more than 50 auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Entertainment, Historical, Jewelry, Fine and Decorative Art, Luxury Accessories, Wine, and many more. Join a collaborative, fast-paced company where curiosity is valued, expertise is celebrated, and every day offers an opportunity to work with remarkable pieces of history and culture.

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for acquiring qualified, high-quality Historical Manuscripts auction consignments. The Consignment Director will build and maintain relationships with collectors, institutions, and dealers; evaluate property; and contribute to marketing and sales strategies for the Manuscripts category.

LOCATION:

South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401k savings plans
• Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer

COMPENSATION:

Commensurate based on experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with senior management to grow and refine the Manuscripts category within Heritage Auctions.
• Source exceptional consignments from private collections, estates, dealers, and other institutions.
• Generate and pursue leads independently and through Heritage Auctions’ internal resources.
• Evaluate manuscripts for authenticity, historical importance, and market value.
• Negotiate Terms of Consignment and maintain positive consignor relationships.
• Collaborate with marketing to effectively promote Manuscripts auctions and private treaty sales.
• Expand the Manuscripts client base by identifying and engaging new buyers and sellers.
• Travel as required to meet clients, review collections, and participate in key events.
• Assist with catalog production, proofing text, imagery, and press materials.
• Contribute to the development of educational content and promotional campaigns that highlight the category.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in an auction house, dealer, or major institution specializing in Historical Documents or related materials.
• Demonstrated expertise in autographs, letters, documents, archives, or historical ephemera.
• Experience with institutional or private collection curation is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented and organized; capable of managing multiple projects.
• Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to customer service and professional integrity.

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE