Jewelry Brand Expert I

About The Role

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

• Uphold The RealReal’s branded jewelry authentication and merchandising standards
• Compile and organize research documents
• Maintain and update TRR-owned training materials
• Support specialist development through in-the-moment coaching, feedback, and education on brand-specific best practices
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages open dialogue about authenticity, builds team confidence, and supports continued learning and growth

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
• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

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.

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
• Paid Company Holidays
• Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
• State of the art, climate-controlled warehouse facility
• Find out more about our Benefits here.

Pay

The expected salary range for this role is $60,000.00-$63,000.00. 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.