Auction Porter

Auction Sales Assistant Permanent | £22,308 pa | Derby | 37.5hrs pwAbout The Client Capella Professional are proud to have partnered with a family run business who have experienced year on year growth since their inception back in 2002. They pride themselves on their great service and fun buying and selling experience.They have an excellent opportunity for a friendly, hardworking and committed individual to work within a fast paced auction house business with the successful candidate gaining a great deal of exposure to several parts of the auction business. About The RoleYou will be required to handle a wide range of valuable items, from large pieces of furniture and paintings to delicate ceramic and glass, as well as assisting with the day-to-day saleroom duties including; dealing with customers and stock items ; assisting with the preparation of internet catalogues; receiving, photographing, displaying and processing lots; picking and packing purchased lots for dispatch; supporting customers with loading their vehicles; loading and unloading vans; other general duties including viewing and sale day roles.Required QualitiesGood customer service skillswritten and spoken EnglishGood computer and Internet skillsGood attention to detail and being a fast and conscientious learnerHave a methodological approach to workExperience in antiques and collectables preferableAn interest in or experience in photography will be an advantage otherwise training will be providedA good work ethicFlexibility to vary work hours and work roles as part of a team where necessaryBe reliable, able to cope with a physically demanding roleExperience of working to tight deadlinesProfessional, positive attitude and the ability to work in a team are essential