The RealReal

The RealReal

Fine Jewelry and Watch Appraiser (Valuation Manager) - Newport Beach

Newport Beach, CA · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$82k-$100kDetected 1 day ago
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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level II)66
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • You will be pricing and authenticating fine jewelry and watch pieces across our dynamic acceptance standards.
  • We're seeking a process-driven individual who has extraordinary attention to detail and wants to hone their expertise in fine jewelry and watches.
  • This is an on-site position based in our Newport Beach retail location.

Responsibilities

  • As a Valuation Manager of Fine Jewelry and Watches at TheRealReal, you will own day-to-day appraisals, servicing clients that visit our retail store via appointment or walk-ins.
  • Own the sell-through performance and velocity of items you personally price
  • Own appointment-to-consignment conversion metrics, driving both client satisfaction and business results
  • Partner with the Store Manager to understand customer needs and stay current with in-store operations and priorities
  • Provide pre-consignment pricing services to consignors and internal sales partners

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of fine jewelry in the primary and secondary market
  • 2-5 years experience working in the luxury space in a customer facing role
  • Proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to anticipate business needs and meet internal and external deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify potential obstacles in advance and ensure smooth execution of valuation office processes
  • Maintain strong understanding of pricing trends and the sell-through velocity of fashion items by working with the Pricing and Authentication teams
  • Support additional store and team needs as required to ensure a seamless retail experience

Nice to have

  • GIA credentials such as Graduate Gemologist (GG), Accredited Jewelry Professional (AJP), or equivalent coursework/experience strongly preferred
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 9 Paid Company Holidays
  • The RealReal is the world's largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 40 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.
  • We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping.

Skills

  • Conduct real-time valuations and authentication of fine jewelry and watches using a wide array of industry specific tools

Compensation

  • Compensation, Benefits, + Perks

Company info

  • As a subject-matter expert, you will educate and build trust with our consignors, customers, and your peers, translating market knowledge to a white-glove client experience.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • al 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

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