Bonhams is a global auction house with an 18th century heritage poised for transformative change. Our global operations are based in London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong where we sell in over 60 categories, including motor cars, paintings, jewelry, and entertainment memorabilia.
Bonhams is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.
About The Team
Our Marketing group is a strategic team of big thinkers who work independently towards clear common objectives. The pace is fast, and we’re constantly learning. Whether developing marketing strategies, producing creative or optimizing digital, our mission is to deliver the best possible experience for our clients, as well as the best outcome for the business. We take pride in offering a bespoke approach for every auction, and work with internal category specialist, Press, Events and Creative to tell the stories of the rare and unique items sourced for auctions across over 60 collecting categories.
We Define Teamwork As
Taking accountability for outcomes.
Identifying ways to be of assistance to others
Embodying collaboration and communicating clearly.
Aligning actions to maximize the quality-of-service delivery.
Providing data, metrics, and resources to facilitate transparency.
Sharing opportunities for improvement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Act as the point of contact for marketing for your US-wide allocated departments based in New York and Los Angeles, establishing and maintaining a close working relationship with key Specialists and keep ongoing knowledge of business KPIs.
Lead and implement multichannel marketing campaigns for auctions and consignment.
Develop and manage the production of exciting and engaging campaign content including copy, film, photography and editorial for all allocated sales.
Own and manage the @BonhamsCars Instagram account, collaborating with the global marketing team to plan and post content.
Capture and post content to social media in real time at US car events.
Coordinate the media strategy for the Cars department globally in collaboration with London colleagues, and in partnership with our media agency – ensuring that print advertising and advertorial tactics are optimized to drive awareness and registrations.
Manage business-getting campaigns for your departments working in close collaboration with specialists as well as the wider marketing team on both digital and print advertising channels.
Develop and deliver marketing reports for all allocated campaigns.
Maintain a relationship with key external partners, e.g. media/digital agencies, video and photo suppliers and develop new relationships.
In addition to the tasks and responsibilities listed, other duties may be assigned by manager.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years plus of digital and content marketing experience.
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Digitally focused with demonstrated experience leading, implementing and managing multi-channel performance campaigns.
Confident communicator who is comfortable advising key internal stakeholders.
Able to work independently, as well as with the global team.
Experience managing and tracking multiple budgets.
Strategic thinker with ability to see the larger picture while delivering on their day-to-day tasks.
Social media management with specific experience in onsite content production.
Proficiency in standard industry tools such as Tableau, Google Analytics, Salesforce, Trello or Later.
Working knowledge in the art, collectible cars and/or luxury market is desired.
What We Offer
In addition to an active and progressive work environment, Bonhams offers a competitive benefits package to encourage work/life balance, including:
Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance – HMO, EPO, PPO with FSA and HSA
20 days paid time off (PTO)
12 paid holidays and holiday break from Christmas to New Years Day
16 weeks fully paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Life insurance with AD & D
Short- and long-term disability
Paid cellphone and data service
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Professional development: free online training and expansive content library
Onboarding buddy: 90-day mentor to welcome and orient new joiners.
Employee resource groups: social club, diversity committee, mentorship program
Sponsored socials: annual staff art exhibition, annual summer and holiday parties, monthly birthday treats, weekly breakfast
Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.
Bonhams participates in E-Verify.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
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