The Whisky Auctioneer Group specialises in auctioning whisky, rum and wine whether it be fine, old, rare, collectable or affordable. Formed in 2013 and based in Perth, central Scotland, our websites aim to be the most comprehensive websites available for the buying and selling of whisky, rum and wine. Our exciting and fast-growing company launched in 2013 with Whisky Auctioneer then Wine Auctioneer and Rum Auctioneer followed in 2017 and 2019 respectively.
Together our Group companies aim to be the global market leaders and trusted authorities on the buying and selling of whisky and spirits at auction. We are building a team to support our strategic aims of making the market more accessible to all and sharing our passion for connecting these bottles to our customers.
Role Purpose
The Collections Agent role supports the safe and professional collection of valuable goods from customers across Europe and their delivery to our office in the Netherlands. The role combines customer-facing collections and driving with operational, warehouse, fulfilment and client service support.
The role requires a high level of care, organisation and autonomy when travelling and collecting on behalf of the business, alongside flexibility to support the wider Auction Team and daily operations when required.
Key Responsibilities
Collections
Vehicle Management
Operations & Auction Support
Fulfilment Assistance
Client Service Support
Attitude & Performance
Follow all company policies and procedures, including health and safety, GDPR, data protection, security and compliance requirements.
Skills, Experience and Attributes
Good general knowledge of whisky, rum and wine, or an interest in developing this knowledge, is desirable.
Additional Information
This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. The role holder may be required to undertake other duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role, including supporting other departments as required.
Additional Info, Salary and Benefits
This is a Full-time post. Starting salary: €32,000
Our office hours are 08:45 to 17:15, Monday to Saturday, with the expectation that the applicant will work five days a week within this schedule. Some additional evening and weekend work may be required to meet deadlines and support ad hoc events.
Increased annual leave allowance after 3 and 5 years of service, a workplace pension, Employee Lease a Bike scheme.
We would particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Staff have the opportunity for training (e.g. WSET) and attending industry events and festivals. Support for any professional training requirements will be considered.
Closing Date:
This will be a rolling recruitment process, so may close at any time - please ensure you submit your application early.
What to include:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward both of the following:
Please ensure that you include both required elements of your application or it may not be considered.
Please also be aware that due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all applicants.
