Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Administrative & Saleroom Assistant

02/10/2025     General News

Administrative & Saleroom Assistant

We’re a small, fast-moving auction house looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and hard-working person to play a key role in a tight-knit team. Learn more about us at elstob.co.uk.

What you’ll do

Administration & Finance

  • Use our back-office auction system daily to find information and print standard documents

  • Enter routine data (new clients, property receipts, client bids, etc.)

  • Take credit/debit card payments and reconcile them accurately

  • Maintain orderly filing and archiving systems

  • Order office supplies and keep equipment stocked

Client Service & Reception

  • Be the first point of contact in person and by phone—welcome visitors and handle enquiries

  • Communicate clearly with clients by email/phone/in person, passing information on as needed

  • Manage your own inbox and the primary info@ inbox, responding and triaging promptly

  • Keep reception and office areas efficient, presentable and welcoming

Shipping & Logistics

  • Liaise with packing and shipping partners; prepare items and paperwork for collection

  • Track buyer collections and returns of unsold items; chase as needed

Saleroom Support

  • Assist with the auction cycle: lotting up, packing/unpacking, and organising stock

  • Play an active role on viewing and sale days to ensure smooth running

What you’ll bring

  • Proven attention to detail, reliability, and a hands-on approach

  • Confident communicator with clear written English and a friendly manner

  • Comfortable learning software systems (training provided) and using MS Office/Google Workspace

  • Numerate, organised, and calm under time pressure

  • Happy to pitch in wherever needed in a small firm

How to apply

Email Eleanor at eleanor@elstob.co.uk with a short cover note and CV.
Closing date: 16 October 2025.