We are hiring

22nd April 2025

We are seeking someone to work in the auction rooms from the middle of May and the details are as follows:

JOB TITLE

Saleroom Assistant

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD

Either temporary or permanent

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

You will work as a member of a small and friendly team and there will be involvement in the following aspects of the auction rooms:

- Accepting auction consignments into the saleroom – assisting clients to unload and in completing the administration paperwork

- Assisting purchasers with the loading of items purchased

- Helping with the proper storage of items within the saleroom and laying items out for viewing and sale

- Implementing and administering stock control procedures

- Keeping the saleroom, reception area and offices tidy at all times

- Undertaking photography of all items accepted for sale

- Preparing the saleroom for viewing and sale days including all equipment required and ensuring that all items properly lotted

PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

The ability to prioritise and work calmly and effectively to comply with tight timescales

The ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative

An enthusiastic, friendly and helpful manner for dealing with clients face-to-face and on the telephone

A hands on approach and physically fit

A practical approach with excellent common sense

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE MAY BE PHYSICALLY DEMANDING AND WILL REQUIRE THE LIFTING OF ITEMS

HOURS OF WORK

Monday – Friday 9am – 5.30pm
Saturday Sale Day one day per month 8am – 5pm

RATE OF PAY

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum (equivalent)

APPLICATION

Apply to tom@killens.org.uk