Authentication Specialist
Brief info about Vinted
Our mission is to make second-hand the first choice, and we're looking for people who want to help us get there. Every day, we work together to help our members buy and sell pre-loved clothing and lifestyle items, giving each piece a second life – or even a third.
The Vinted Group is made up of three business units that support this mission:
Vinted Marketplace is Europe’s leading platform for second-hand fashion and a go-to destination for all kinds of pre-loved items, with a growing range of categories. Our platform connects millions of members across 20+ markets, helping great items find a new life.
Vinted Go enhances the shipping experience with a vast network of over 500,000 pick-up and drop-off points, partnering with more than 60 carriers across Europe, with added services like item verification for peace of mind on high-value pieces.
Vinted Pay is the newest part of the Vinted Group, dedicated to bringing secure, reliable payments to buyers and sellers across Europe. Seamlessly integrated into the Vinted app, it helps keep every transaction safe, efficient, and easy for our members.
Founded in 2008 in Lithuania, Vinted began as a way for friends to find new homes for clothes they no longer needed. In 2019, we became Lithuania's first unicorn! Today, our headquarters remain in Vilnius, and we've grown with offices across Europe, supported by a team of over 2,000 people.
Information about the position
As we continue to grow, we are focusing on expanding our authentication capabilities to ensure that we offer only the highest-quality items to our customers. Our goal is to set a new standard in the luxury resale industry while promoting sustainability.
This is an on-site position at our warehouse in Hamburg.
In this position, you’ll
- Join a motivated, open-minded team of experienced brand experts and designer fashion enthusiasts.
- Examine a wide range of luxury items to verify their authenticity and ensure they are free from counterfeits or replicas.
- Assess materials, craftsmanship, labels, and serial details to confirm the originality and condition of each item.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, production methods, and counterfeit developments to continuously enhance your authentication expertise.
- Have the opportunity to learn and develop your evaluation skills with us – what matters most is your passion and affinity for luxury products and brands.
About you
- Ideally, you have solid knowledge of luxury brands, products, and their distinguishing features, allowing you to identify original from plagiarism.
- You are motivated to continuously learn and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and brand developments.
- Your background reflects a genuine passion for luxury goods, fashion, and attention to detail.
- Advantage: Experience in the luxury resale sector, brand authentication, or a comparable industry.
Work perks
- 30 days of paid annual leave
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Lunch benefit per your workday
- Frequent team-building events
- A personal monthly budget for shopping on Vinted
- Access to a discounted gym membership plan
- Pension Plan with Vinted matching 150% of your chosen contribution
- Supplemental Private Health Insurance
- Life and Disability insurance
- A subsidised Deutschlandticket for your commute to the office by public transport
Working at Vinted
Individual Learning Budget
Each year, you’ll be given a learning budget (starting at €3,000), and a total of up to 10 working days over a 2-year period to support your personal and professional development.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applications from everybody, regardless of your background, identity, or life experiences. Job openings come with guides, not checklists. If you’re excited about a role, but don’t identify with every point in the ‘About you’ section, apply anyway – you might still be the perfect match!