Jewelry Specialist

Heritage Auctions, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; 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, Inc. is seeking a seasoned professional to evaluate property, acquire consignments, and build relationships with clients in a fast-paced environment.

The role centers on authenticating items, establishing auction estimates, and expanding the consignment network across auctions. Ideal candidates hold a GIA Diploma, have 5+ years in a major auction house or estate jewelry dealing, and possess strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• GIA Graduate Gemologist diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years experience in a major auction house preferred and/or as a commercial dealer focusing on estate jewelry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate property and establish auction estimates.
• Acquire consignments through HA and individually generated leads.
• Research and authenticate property.
• Market lots in auctions to various clients.
• Contribute to the expansion of the client database.
• Answer inquiries before, during, and after the auction.
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and review the property for potential consignment.
• Actively participate in auction previews and final auctions.
• Knowledge required to conduct formal, written appraisals for fair market value and retail replacement purposes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

GIA Graduate Gemologist diploma

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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.

Location

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

Summary

This position is responsible for evaluating property, acquiring consignments, building relationships, generating and responding to leads, among other duties.

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 & Responsibilities

• Evaluate property and establish auction estimates.
• Acquire consignments through HA and individually generated leads.
• Research and authenticate property.
• Market lots in auctions to various clients.
• Contribute to the expansion of the client database.
• Answer inquiries before, during, and after the auction.
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and review the property for potential consignment.
• Actively participate in auction previews and final auctions.
• Knowledge required to conduct formal, written appraisals for fair market value and retail replacement purposes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• GIA Graduate Gemologist diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years experience in a major auction house preferred and/or as a commercial dealerfocusing on estate jewelry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Abilities

• The ideal candidate is a go-getter, outgoing, self-motivated, and professional.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a high ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and a positive attitude with goodcustomer service skills.
• Willingness to learn; work well with a team; collaborate with other auction categories
• Ability to follow set standards and take direction
• Ability to analyze and propose solutions to problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project, and dynamic environment
• Absolute drive to complete projects on time and in a detailed manner
• Excellent organizational skills: accurate and thorough

Work Environment

Individuals must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

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