Head of Auctions, UK

London | Frequent UK travel and occasional European travel

Join Berry Bros. & Rudd as Head of Auctions, UK and lead the growth of our fine wine and spirits auctions business. You will source exceptional collections, build trusted relationships with collectors and advisers, and deliver outstanding commercial results while upholding our reputation for expertise, integrity, and service.

What you'll bring

• Strong experience in fine wine auctions, private client sales, broking, consignment, or luxury collectibles.
• An established network and a proven track record of converting high-value opportunities.
• Deep wine and spirits knowledge, strong commercial judgement, and confident negotiation skills.
• A collaborative leadership style and the credibility to represent our brand with discretion.

For more information and to view the full job description, please contact Michaela Cloke, Senior People Business Partner, at

Ready to shape the future of a respected auctions business? Apply now.

Berry Bros. & Rudd is more than 328 years old, but we never stand still. As the world's best and most trusted fine wine and spirits merchant, we are committed to helping our customers drink better, now and in the future.

A career at Berry Bros. & Rudd is a unique and rewarding experience, combining centuries of heritage with a modern, family-owned culture built on ambitious plans and centred around our people.

We support our colleagues with a wide range of benefits, including:

• Performance based bonus
• 24 days' annual leave, increasing to 27 days after 5 years’ service
• 3 additional days' leave over the Christmas period
• 1 Personal Day
• Private Medical Insurance and a Health Plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Generous employee discount (up to 40% off products), and many more

Closing Date: 20th October 2026

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

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