High Risk Authenticator

The RealReal

Perth Amboy, NJ

About The Role
Our Authentication Centers (warehouses) are where the magic happens! The Art & Science of Real comes to life within our facilities located in New Jersey and Arizona — combining the knowledge of hundreds of luxury experts with cutting-edge, proprietary technology. As consigned goods travel into our facilities, the team processes, authenticates, and photographs each item in preparation for listing on our website. As a High Risk Authenticator, you will leverage your expertise and current industry knowledge to authenticate, evaluate, and inspect various consigned luxury goods. If you are a self-motivated individual with a background in fashion and a desire to build upon your knowledge of luxury, this could be the perfect match!
What You Get To Do Every Day
Review and authenticate luxury handbags, clothing, shoes, and accessories using TRR methodology to meet certain production & quality metrics
Use enhanced technology to locate brand identifiers such as holograms, date codes, authenticity cards, hallmarks and designer signatures to determine authenticity of consigned product
Evaluate quality of materials and construction
Partner with Sr High Risk Authenticators to research items determining style, name, season, and retail price
Notate and report details of product into backend TRR system
Adhere to acceptance and condition standards
What You Bring To The Role
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a Level 2 certified Authenticator
A minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a fashion authentication or appraisal role
Understanding of luxury fashion terminology and luxury and contemporary designers
Proven ability to excel in a high-volume, repetitive environment
Self-motivation and a drive to achieve results
Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
Adaptability and openness to change
Collaborative spirit and high level of integrity
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds (moving and sorting product, etc.)
Preferred Requirements:
Proficiency with Mac OS and Google Suite
College degree in fashion studies/merchandising, textiles studies, etc.
Strong experience working in Google Slides or Microsoft Powerpoint
Proficient in computer technology (ie typing speed and keyboard shortcuts)
Disciplined and organized to follow set processes accurately
Understanding of business metrics and how to achieve them
Compensation, Benefits, + Perks
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid parental leave
18 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days (PTO starts accruing on first day of work) & 10 Paid Holidays
Find out more about our Benefits here.
The expected hourly rate for this role is $24.04-$25.50. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Additionally, salary is just one component of TRR’s total rewards package. Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.
The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service.
The RealReal is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants for a position regardless of arrest or conviction records. At TRR, People Come First. That’s why diversity and inclusion are vital to our priorities as an equal opportunity employer. You can read about our Diversity Equity and Inclusion program here.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Posted 2025-12-23

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