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Dawsons provide professional, discrete valuation and sales advice for Fine Jewellery, Watches, Fine & Contemporary Art, Antiques, and family heirlooms.

Our specialist sales are broadcast live to a global audience of over 10 million active bidders for maximum exposure. Our innovative in-house marketing direct to buyers, across multiple social media platforms, ensures that we achieve the highest returns for our clients.

Dawsons… connecting buyers with sellers globally.

Office & Accounts Manager - Maidenhead, Berkshire

Full-time, Permanent

Job Specification:

We are looking for a methodical, organised and experienced Office & Accounts Manager with excellent attention to detail to join our busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Office & Accounts Manager to join a technology-led and innovative business. Working from our high spec Auction Centre in Berkshire, you will be reporting directly to the Commercial Director.

Who will you be working for?

Dawsons are market leading, innovative international Auctioneers & Valuers. We professionally value and sell upwards of 8,000 unique items per year of Fine Jewellery, Works of Art, and Luxury pieces through Live Online and Timed Auctions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and payroll (including expenses), and managing cash flow
• Auction buyer and seller communications via telephone and email, answering queries about payments, taking payments and paying vendors
• Bank reconciliations for the business accounts, including card statements and petty cash, using Xero accounting software, including accurate reconciliation of auction proceeds and commissions
• Maintaining and updating our in-house auction systems and CRM system
• Chasing for payments
• Ensuring compliance with AML regulations and internal policies
• Assisting the management team with forecasting and budgeting processes
• Managing relationships with bankers and card providers
• Managing company insurances
• Supporting the administration department with telephone and email enquiries, and other general administrative tasks as required

Your experience and required skills:

• Previous accounts and administration experience (preferably in a similar role) and a knowledge of bookkeeping
• Excellent computer literacy (minimum Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Xero)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritise workload
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Friendly and professional telephone manner, with excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, CRM and auction management software
• Confident with technology and smart working practices
• Previous experience within an auction house or an interest in auctions would be beneficial but not essential

What is in it for you?

A competitive salary and the opportunity to create a niche for yourself within a fast-growing, innovative, entrepreneurial organisation. We have a positive team ethic that rewards individual effort.

Full training on in-house systems will be provided

Opportunity to develop and grow within a dynamic company

Free parking

Walking distance of Maidenhead Station 

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to Pete Liggins, pete@dawsonsauctions.co.uk

^{A collection of antique jewellery.}

^{Sold at Dawsons for over £100,000}

Social Media Manager - Maidenhead, Berkshire

Do you want to be part of a dynamic Marketing Team within one of the fastest growing auction businesses in the UK?

Dawsons are leading international Valuers & Auctioneers, established in 2016. We provide professional, discrete current market valuation and sales advice for Fine Jewellery, Watches, Art, and Collectables. With extensive industry experience, our team of experts provide a seamless service covering valuation, logistics, marketing, and sale. Dawsons’ sole focus is to achieve the highest possible sale prices for our clients, through expert evaluation and multi-channel marketing. As sector disruptors, Dawsons are a rapidly growing, technology driven business, with a plan to double sales over the next two years.

Job Description:

Dawsons Auctioneers is seeking a highly skilled, and experienced Social Media Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Head of Marketing, the successful candidate will have a proven background in managing company social media accounts, including paid social media advertising, and a track record of growing a YouTube channel. This role requires an energetic and creative individual with a strong aptitude for content creation and digital marketing, capable of working closely with our specialists in jewellery, art, and collectables to produce engaging content for various marketing channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all company social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.
• Develop and implement strategies to grow our YouTube channel and enhance engagement across all social media platforms.
• Create compelling content that showcases our expertise in jewellery, art, and antiques.
• Utilise your proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, and Premiere Pro, to edit and assemble video content, create graphic designs, and produce high-quality marketing materials.
• Own and grow the company’s podcast channel.
• Analyse performance metrics and adjust strategies to improve engagement, reach, and conversion rates.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing social media accounts and growing a YouTube channel.
• Highly proficient skills in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.
• Strong background in content creation, with the ability to produce engaging and visually appealing materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of / or an interest in the art, jewellery, and collectables industry is a plus.
• Two years’ experience with Meta Ads Manager.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in marketing (preferred), Communications, or a related field.

- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a marketing role.

What is in it for you?

A competitive salary and the opportunity to create a niche for yourself within a fast-growing organisation. We have a positive team ethic that also rewards individual effort. We want to be the best and employ the best. 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and Portfolio outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to our Head of Marketing, Russ Gleason, on russ@dawsonsauctions.co.uk.

Dawsons Auctioneers is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

^{A rare Moorcroft tea set.}

^{Sold at Dawsons for a world record £15,400.}