Jewelry Brand Expert I
About The Position
The Jewelry Brand Expert I at The RealReal supports the Fine Jewelry & Watch department through brand-specific research, branded jewelry education, and specialist development initiatives. This role requires strong knowledge of luxury jewelry brands and expertise on jewelry manufacturing, industry trends, and secondary market pricing principles along with valuation. Responsibilities include upholding The RealReal’s branded jewelry authentication and merchandising standards, compiling and organizing research documents, maintaining and updating TRR-owned training materials, and supporting specialist development through in-the-moment coaching, feedback, and education on brand-specific best practices. This role also fosters a collaborative environment that encourages open dialogue about authenticity, builds team confidence, and supports continued learning and growth. You are a collaborative and detail-oriented researcher who is passionate about luxury jewelry, brand heritage, fashion education, and specialist development. You bring professionalism, strong communication, sound judgment, inventive problem-solving skills, and a strong understanding of current industry trends and the secondary luxury market. This role reports to the Manager, Jewelry Authentication. Key partners include Fine Jewelry & Watch Production, Gemology, Consignor/Customer Service, Returns, Inbound/Outbound Operations, and Luxury Consignment Offices.
Requirements
- 3+ years jewelry industry experience; academic or professional research experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Concentration and/or advanced degree in art history, fashion or jewelry design and/or fabrication preferred
- GIA Graduate Diamond diploma or equivalent gemological credentials
- Intermediate technical expertise, including metals and material identification, secondary market pricing principles and estimation know-how and proficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, self-starter mindset and sound judgment
- Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities, effectively prioritize, and escalate when needed
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication skills across both individual and group settings
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, communicate with impact, and contribute to shared team goals
- Professionalism, adaptability, and a consistent track record of delivering high-quality results
Nice To Haves
- Academic or professional research experience
- Concentration and/or advanced degree in art history, fashion or jewelry design and/or fabrication; concentration in 20th-21st century iconic Fine Jewelry houses, preferred.
- Graduate Gemology diploma
- French and/or Italian language skills
Responsibilities
- Support production team through advanced research on all risk level jewelry authentication and pricing inquiries
- Promote quality expectations and hold the team accountable, in partnership with production management; uphold quality standards and adherence to SOPs through hands-on-training, routine assessments and audits; teach and apply complex concepts to ensure continued specialist development
- Support and develop all levels of specialist new hires during ramp-up period by facilitating hands on training sessions, office hours, and performing branded QC when needed
- Uphold accuracy, consistency and quality of standards and methodologies, information sources and reference materials
- Organize and maintain internal database of company owned training materials
- Collaborate on projects and research, as directed by management, including in-house training, educational and reference materials and SOPs
Benefits
- $50 in monthly food credits to apply to snacks and meals that are available for purchase on site
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 9 Paid Company Holidays
- Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
