Business Development Assistant
About The Position
Start your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses! At Heritage Auctions, you’ll be part of a team that brings rare collectibles to life, from Fine Art and Luxury Goods to Sports Memorabilia, Coins, and beyond. Headquartered in Dallas with offices worldwide, we offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where curiosity is valued, growth is fostered, and every day brings new discoveries. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and curious about the stories behind extraordinary objects, we invite you to join our team and grow in a dynamic environment where passion for history, culture, and storytelling connects collectors and enthusiasts worldwide! The position works closely with the Directors of Trusts & Estates, Appraisal and Museum Services, and Business Development in providing administrative and tactical support to strategic growth initiatives, creating outreach campaigns, and building relationships.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferred
- 2+ years of professional experience in administrative services or a client services background
- Must be highly proficient in basic Microsoft applications, specifically Word and Excel
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- High ability to multitask
- Pay great attention to detail
- Positive attitude with exceptional client service skills
- Discreet and professional demeanor required
Nice To Haves
- Public speaking talents are a plus!
Responsibilities
- Assist in the creation of outreach campaigns to existing and newly added estate and divorce attorneys, financial planners, wealth managers and CPAs in Dallas and nationally.
- Participate in the expansion of the client database, including researching new and existing clients, advisors, appraisers, and organizations, and maintaining accurate records in the database
- Call/email existing T&E contacts for re-introduction to Heritage appraisal and auctions services. Update address/firm changes in our internal systems.
- Develop our contact list and relationships with attorneys in selected regions.
- Assist our T&E representatives with estate inquiry assessments/evaluations where required. Work with the rest of the T&E team in building relationships and pursuing business (includes some trade shows and presentations)
- Assist the Director of Museum Services and Formal Appraisals in outreach or support projects
- Work closely with Marketing for mailings and proposals
- Assist with the planning of networking events in our showroom(s) or at outside venues.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401k savings plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
