Specialist

About the Bonhams Network

Founded in 1793, Bonhams is a global network of auction houses, with the largest number of international salerooms, offering the widest range of collecting categories and selling at all price points. Bonhams is recognised for its bespoke service, and a dedication to local market relationships, enhanced by a global platform. With 14 salerooms, Bonhams presents over 1,000 sales annually, across more than 60 specialist categories, including fine art, collectables, luxury, wine & spirits, and collector cars.  In 2022, Bonhams added four international auction houses to its network: Bukowskis, Stockholm; Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen; Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris and Brussels; and Skinner, Massachusetts. The success of Bonhams’ global strategy is a result of recognising the shift in growing intercontinental buying and increased digital engagement.

About You

As 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 and Experience

• 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

• 20 days annual leave


• Private Health Care

If you wish to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by the 17th September 2025 at midnight.

We thank you for your interest in this position but please note that we will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration.

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.