Consignment Director, Rare Books

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $/yr

*** SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE OF RARE BOOKS REQUIRED***

*** EXPERIENCE IN A MAJOR AUCTION HOUSE OR COMMERCIAL DEALERSHIP REQUIRED***

Please Note:
This is a skilled position requiring at least 5 years of experience in a similar role. If you are currently in school or just graduated without previous full-time employment in a related field, then you do not have the required experience for this role.

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An auction house with offices around the world is looking for a Consignment Director of Rare Books ideally based out of their Dallas, TX office, but they would be open to discussion about location for the right person. Potential areas of focus for this position are early printed books, fine bindings, literary first editions, maps, botanicals. The successful candidate is an outgoing, self‑motivated go‑getter who will be responsible for evaluating property, acquiring consignments, building relationships, generating and responding to leads, and participating with catalog production and sales strategies to grow the category.

At least 5 years of prior experience in an auction house, commercial dealership or major institution focusing on Rare Books is required. Level is flexible and compensation will be awarded commensurate with experience.

• Collaborate with senior management on business and sales strategies to expand the Rare Books category
• Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, dealers, and institutions
• Acquire consignments through the company and individually generated lead resources
• Evaluate property for condition, authenticity, and provenance to ensure adherence to auction value guidelines
• Negotiate terms of consignment with consignors
• Market lots in auctions to targeted clients and institutions; actively promote and “sell the sale”
• Expand the client database by securing new bidders and consignors in the Rare Books category
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and assess property for potential consignment
• Participate in catalog production, including proofing text, images, and promotional materials
• Support private treaty sales as needed

• 5+ years of experience in an auction house, commercial dealership, or major institution specializing in Rare Books
• Expertise in early printed books, fine bindings, literary first editions, or related areas
• Background in maps and botanicals is a plus
• Proven track record in high-level business generation and client relations
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Team-oriented, self‑motivated, and highly organized
• Positive attitude and strong customer service skills

Mid‑Senior level

Full-time

Business Development, Sales, and Research

Industries:
Retail Art Dealers and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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