Sale Coordinator - Post-War & Contemporary

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 the Department

Our employees are passionate about their work, and we pride ourselves on our unique approach that aims to make every client feel important. It is an exciting time for our business and our global Post-War and Contemporary team is ready to bring in a Sale Coordinator to support this busy department. We are a growing department, with demanding clients, high pressure deadlines and presence in the market. Globally we are 20 strong, with specialists and administrators based across the UK, HK, Europe and the US, and we pride ourselves on our expertise and approachability, working closely as a team.

About the Role

The Sale Coordinator is an integral role in the expert department, supporting the Specialists in the successful delivery of auctions as well as the day to day running of the department.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• You will be the department’s experienced user of Auctioneer 3, Bonhams’ bespoke Auction Management System and primary business tool.


• You will be responsible for managing clients and their property throughout the sale cycle, including receipting property into A3, generating and issuing consignment contracts, requesting KYC and AML documentation and uploading client details to our internal systems, as well as managing property payments.


• You will be the Department’s primary contact for a range of external stakeholders ranging from our clients to restorers and suppliers, escalating to your Specialists when required.


• You will help co-ordinate the movement of property throughout the sale cycle, working with regional offices, Shipping, Operations & Photography to ensure efficient and compliant stock transfer.


• You will work with Client Services, Operations and Shipping to support clients with after sale enquiries, including the resolution of payments and arranging shipping quotes for both purchased and unsold lots.


• As an important part of the Department, you will also support on many day to day auction activities and ensure the Department has all it needs to run smoothly and effectively. Tasks will include responding to client enquiries pre and post sale, bidding and event management.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong time management and organisational ability


• Excellent communication in all modes with both internal and external stakeholders


• Ability to manage workflow and priorities in a fast-moving environment


• A flexible approach and a willingness to support Departments and teams outside of your core responsibilities


• Previous experience in an administrative position (not necessarily from an auction background)


• Interest in Post-War and Contemporary Art desirable.

What We Offer
 Some of our benefits and perks include:

• 28 days holidays (including Bank Holidays), increasing to 33 with service.


• Private Health Care
  

If you wish to apply, please send your CV and cover letter by the 6th February 2026 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.