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Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris. Trading Card Authenticator Location: Ruislip, UK Reports To: Manager, eBay Employment Type: Temporary Position through an Employer of Record (EOR) Compensation: The reasonable estimated hourly rate for this position is £17. Actual compensation varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience and skill set. Role Overview At Collectors, our mission is to preserve, authenticate, and celebrate the world’s most cherished collectibles. We’re looking for Authenticators to join our team and help us deliver on our promise of trust, expertise, and innovation in the collectibles industry. As an Authenticator, you’ll evaluate and authenticate unencapsulated trading cards (sports, non-sports, and TCG cards), ensuring every card meets the highest standards of integrity and accuracy. Ideal candidates will share our passion for the hobby, demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, and embody our values of teamwork, excellence, and customer focus. Key Responsibilities Uphold Collectors’ commitment to trust and transparency by becoming an expert in eBay’s published card condition standards and Authentication Guarantee processing standards Deliver excellence by authenticating and evaluating the condition of trading cards efficiently, without compromising accuracy or integrity Take ownership of your work by maintaining individual authentication production goals and striving for continuous improvement Foster innovation and expertise by conducting personal research, staying current on industry developments, and sharing knowledge with the team Protect the hobby by staying vigilant against new counterfeits and alteration methods, ensuring our customers receive only authentic collectibles Support a positive team environment by sharing insights, offering feedback, and helping others achieve their best Required Qualifications & Experience 1–3 years of direct grading experience as a professional, dealer, or collector, demonstrating a passion for the hobby and a commitment to excellence First-hand knowledge of trading cards and other sports and TCG collectibles, with a dedication to upholding the highest standards of authenticity Expertise in identifying counterfeits and understanding card doctoring methods, reflecting our value of protecting the integrity of the hobby Deep understanding of card grading systems and standards, ensuring every card meets our promise of quality and trust Desired Attributes Detail-oriented, with the ability to focus on one task over long periods; demonstrating perseverance and a drive for excellence Strong research skills and a keen eye for defects and misalignments How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter through our Workday job board. If you require this application in an alternative format, or reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please contact people@collectors.com. Right to Work Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required before employment commences. Data Protection Notice When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected by Collectors (“Controller”), which is located at 1600 E St Andrew Pl Ste 150 Santa Ana, CA 92705 and can be contacted by emailing people@collectors.com. You may reach our privacy protection officer by emailing privacy@collectors.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment, hiring, and related activities, which include but are not limited to setting up and conducting candidate interviews and technical exams, evaluating and assessing the results thereof, and communicating with the candidate. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for Employment. Your personal data will be collected by and shared with Workday, a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. Because the European Union Commission has determined that United States data privacy laws do not ensure an adequate level of protection for personal data collected from EU data subjects, the transfer will be subject to appropriate additional safeguards under the 2021 Standard Contractual Clauses adopted by the European Commission. You can obtain a copy of the standard contractual clauses by contacting us at people@collectors.com. Where necessary, we may share your data with additional recipients for the purpose of processing your application and/or concluding an employment contract. Examples include Deel Inc., our employer of record in Europe, and staffing agencies. We will only do so in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability. In addition, you may lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. Equal Opportunities Collectors is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Collectors uses e-Verify to validate your ability to work legally in the United States. We are aware that there are instances where individuals are receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from Collectors or one of our business units. This type of fraud can be carried out through false websites, through fake e-mails claiming to be from the company or through social media. We never ask for personal information such as your bank account, Social Security numbers or National IDs, nor do we send or request payments for the purchase of business-related equipment. If you suspect fraud, please reach out to jobs@collectors.com. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview with us due to a disability or special need, please email people@collectors.com. U.S. residents: for disclosures relating to personal information we collect during the employment application and recruitment process, please see our Privacy Notice for U.S. Applicants. If you are based in California, you can read information for California residents here. Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris.