Trainee Appraiser, Duiven

About the role

As a Trainee Appraiser, you’ll learn how to assess and appraise a wide variety of vintage and antique items, from jewellery, watches, and medals to toys, cameras, and collectables. You’ll work independently day-to-day but with the full support of your Team Leader and in collaboration with category specialists. Every boxyou open is different, and you’ll be constantly learning as new and unusual items arrive.This role is hands-on, dynamic, and rewarding, perfect for someone with a sharp eye for detail, a love of learning, and an enthusiasm for vintage treasures. Responsibilities

Learn the foundations of appraising across multiple categories. Engage with training provided by specialists and your Team Leader. Appraise up to 23–25 customer boxes daily by the end of your first 3 months. Grow your knowledge of categories such as gold, silver, jewellery, watches, toys, and more.Build confidence in making accurate, independent appraisal decisions. Maintain a minimum of 95% quality control accuracy. Contribute ideas to improve processes and team performance. Skills, knowledge and expertise

Genuine enthusiasm for vintage and antique products. Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy. Strong multitasking and organisational skills. Clear and confident communicator across teams. Comfortable adapting to change and new ways of working. Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn.Competent in basic IT systems. Physically able to lift boxes up to 25kg. Prior experience in jewellery, antiques, or similar industries is a plus but not essential. Location and compensation

Location: Duiven, Netherlands Compensation:€2,458 - €2,701 / month Benefits (Netherlands)

25 days paid holiday per year (24 days plus 1 life-event day) 8% holiday allowance (vakantiegeld), paid annually in May All Dutch public holidays, including King’s Day and Liberation Day (where applicable) Access to all statutory Dutch leave under the Work and Care Act (WAZO), including parental and care leaveCompetitive salary based on a 40-hour work week Participation in the Dutch pension scheme (Pensioenfonds Detailhandel) Commuting allowance of€0.23 per kilometre (tax-free maximum) Lunch provided during working days A supportive, people-first working environment Access to Alleo, a benefits and wellbeing platform offering discounts, perks, and wellbeing supportCompany laptop provided (where applicable) Phone costs reimbursed up to€40 per month (where applicable) Reimbursement of reasonable business expenses Be part of a fast-growing, globally expanding business Opportunities to collaborate with and work alongside our UK team Exposure to — and potential involvement in — new international markets as we continue to growEqual Opportunities

At Vintage Trading Limited, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and able to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we work hardto ensure equitable opportunities for all. If you need adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll support you. Your personal data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

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