Authentication Associate

Vestiaire Collective is the leading global online marketplace for desirable pre-loved fashion. Our mission is to transform the fashion industry for a more sustainable future by empowering our community to promote the circular fashion movement. Vestiaire was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Paris with offices in London, Berlin, New York, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh and Hong Kong and warehouses in Tourcoing (France), Crawley (UK), Hong Kong and New York.

We currently have a diverse global team of 700 employees representing more than 50 nationalities. Our values are Activism, Transparency, Dedication and Greatness and Collective. We are proud to be a BCorp.

About the role 🖥️

Vestiaire Collective is looking for an Authentication Associate to join our Operations team in the US. This is a full-time role based out of our Brooklyn Warehouse reporting to the QC & Authentication Team Leader. The schedule is Monday-Friday 9:30-6 pm EST.

• Control brand criteria of received items (fabrics, sew, brand logo, serial number, date code) for C2C, B2C, and returns items
• Train and develop your expertise and eye to become a well rounded luxury specialist 
• Long-term training to grow and advance within the authenticator job family
• Ensure the best expertise for our clients
• Develop expertise on guidelines for authentication
• Share your expertise with our authentication department
• Command product quality control if necessary
• Create content to develop authentication knowledge

• You possess strong analytical skills and a great eye for detail
• You have existing knowledge or relevant experience in retail and resale markets for luxury goods
• Interest in the luxury industry and e-commerce business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a busy, global team.
• You are comfortable prioritizing tasks and working in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a genuine interest in building a long-term career as an Authentication Expert
• Ambitious self-starter, you are proactive, eager to learn, and result-driven 1+ years of experience in Authentication or luxury industries 

What we offer 🎁

A meaningful job with an impact on the way people consume fashion and promote sustainability

The opportunity to do career-defining work in a fast-growing French-born scale up

The possibility to work as part of a globally diverse team with more than 50 nationalities 

Two days to help Project - reinforcing your activist journey and volunteer for an association

Significant investment in your learning and growth

Competitive compensation and benefits package

As full member of our entrepreneurial project, you will be eligible to free shares

Surveys show that women and members of underrepresented communities only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the required conditions. Does this sound like you? If so, Vestiaire Collective encourages you to reconsider your application. We look forward to receiving your application!

Vestiaire Collective is an equal opportunities employer.