Account Manager - Private & Iconic Collections

Bonhams • New York, NY

1d • $24 - $26

About The Position

The Account Manager supports the Private and Iconic Collections team in sales and client support. This role offers hands-on exposure to important private and iconic collections and the opportunity to support auction sales from initial inquiry through final sale, while learning the full consignment lifecycle within a global auction house.
The Account Manager acts as a key point of coordination, assisting senior team members and providing thoughtful client support throughout the entire sales process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience (art market, auction house, luxury, client services, or related field preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and take direction while growing more confidence working with clients
• Interest in the auction process and working with important private and iconic collections
• Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information

Responsibilities

• Support valuation and consignment projects for collections, including assisting with research, documentation, and internal coordination
• Help track and follow auction sales from start to finish, including consignment intake, sale preparation, and post-sale follow-up and coordination
• Assist in responding to client logistic inquiries and maintaining relationships with an assigned group of clients under senior guidance
• Support the consignment process by helping with proposals and agreements, tracking fees, organizing specialist visits, and monitoring timelines
• Coordinate communication between specialists, regional teams, photography, marketing, and internal departments to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met
• Help manage the flow of documents through production and proofing, assisting with final review to ensure accuracy and quality
• Build working relationships with colleagues across departments and assist with their participation in projects
• Assist with evaluating consignment potential and routing inquiries to the appropriate departments
• Prepare appraisal agreements and invoices under supervision
• Attend on-site and off-site client visits and events as requested
• Maintain organized status updates for active consignments and support regular internal and client communications
• Deliver a high level of client service while supporting senior team members on high-touch accounts

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance – HMO, EPO, PPO with FSA and HSA
• 20 days paid time off (PTO)
• 12 paid holidays and holiday break from Christmas to New Years Day
• 16 weeks fully paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Life insurance with AD&D
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid cellphone and data service determined by level
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Professional development: free online training and expansive content library
• Employee resource groups: social club, diversity committee, mentorship program
• Sponsored socials: annual staff art exhibition, annual summer and holiday parties, monthly birthday treats, weekly breakfast

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level