Our Los Angeles based Trusts & Estates department is seeking an organized and resourceful Appraisals Coordinator for immediate hire.

Under the direction of our Vice President, T&E, this hire will play a key role in connecting our clients and staff to the T&E department by providing administrative support during the appraisal process, tracking invoices and communication, and helping streamline processes to maximize efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a responsible candidate who is interested in learning more about a global auction house and business.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Initial point of contact for incoming calls and inquiries regarding our appraisal services and general Bonhams auction offerings
• Provide clients with detailed information regarding our appraisal and consignment services and fees
• Work closely with our Specialists to accurately enter and update appraisal information using our in-house database
• Proof, edit and ensure appraisals are in compliance with company standards and requirements
• Put together and send appraisal documents ahead of client meetings and presentations
• Actively track and maintain all materials and documents through the entire appraisal process
• Maintain central appraisal work files with all relevant and required information
• Process and send appraisal invoices to client and follow-up when necessary
• Maintain reports on appraisal statistics
• Report all customer and client comments; communicate issues and resolution steps
• Develop recommendations to streamline work processes, enhance services, and maximize profitability
• Be available to occasionally telephone bid during our auctions
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed by the VP and team members

Essential Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• One to two years continuous experience in a similar position
• Have excellent time management and multitasking skills while working on multiple projects
• Be extremely well organized and able to work independently, as well as with staff at all levels
• Possess excellent communication skills, both in-person and over the phone
• Be courteous and exercise utmost discretion when working with confidential information
• An interest in and understanding of fine art and auction business is helpful
• Be proficient in Outlook platforms

Please email your resume and cover letter in PDF format to Recruitment.

Bonhams offers health, dental and vision benefit options, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, pre-tax commuter benefits and more. We thank you for your interest in this position, please note that we will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.

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.