Heritage Auctions · 1 month ago
Consignment Director - Historical Documents
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$75K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expHeritage Auctions is the nation’s fastest-growing auction house that focuses on treasured collectibles. The Consignment Director is responsible for acquiring qualified, high-quality Historical Manuscripts auction consignments and building relationships with collectors, institutions, and dealers.
Auctions
Responsibilities
Work with senior management to grow and refine the Manuscripts category within Heritage Auctions
Source exceptional consignments from private collections, estates, dealers, and other institutions
Generate and pursue leads independently and through Heritage Auctions’ internal resources
Evaluate manuscripts for authenticity, historical importance, and market value
Negotiate Terms of Consignment and maintain positive consignor relationships
Collaborate with marketing to effectively promote Manuscripts auctions and private treaty sales
Expand the Manuscripts client base by identifying and engaging new buyers and sellers
Travel as required to meet clients, review collections, and participate in key events
Assist with catalog production, proofing text, imagery, and press materials
Contribute to the development of educational content and promotional campaigns that highlight the category
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in an auction house, dealer, or major institution specializing in Historical Documents or related materials
Demonstrated expertise in autographs, letters, documents, archives, or historical ephemera
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Detail-oriented and organized; capable of managing multiple projects
Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Dedication to customer service and professional integrity
Preferred
Experience with institutional or private collection curation
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
Paid time off
401k savings plans
Company
Heritage Auctions
Heritage Auctions is the collectibles auctioneer and auction house.
501-1000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Halperin
Co-Founder & Co-Chairman
Recent News
2025-11-08
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