Jewellery Specialist
17 days ago
Birmingham
\n Our client, a well-established auction house based in Birmingham, is seeking an experienced Jewellery Specialist to join it’s team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in fine jewellery who enjoys working with clients, valuing exceptional pieces and contributing to successful specialist auctions. \n \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Conduct valuations for fine jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones and watches for auction, probate, insurance and private clients.\n, • Catalogue jewellery accurately, producing descriptions.\n, • Build and maintain relationships with private collectors, dealers, solicitors and other contacts.\n, • Source consignments and help grow the department through business development.\n, • Manage client enquiries and provide advice throughout the auction process.\n, • Work alongside photographers and marketing teams to prepare catalogues and promo material.\n, • Assist with auction viewings and represent the department during sale days.\n, • Research provenance, designers, hallmarks and gemstones where required.\n, • Ensure all items are handled, stored and documented in accordance with company procedures.\n\n \n Key Skills: \n\n • Previous experience as a Jewellery Specialist, Jewellery Valuer or Jewellery Cataloguer within an auction house, jeweller or valuation practice.\n, • Strong knowledge of fine jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones and precious metals.\n, • Experience producing auction catalogue descriptions and valuations.\n, • Excellent client relationship and communication skills.\n, • Commercially minded with the ability to identify opportunities to secure new consignments.\n, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.\n\n