PSA Trading Card Specialist

Collectors; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Collectors Universe in Frankfurt is seeking a Trading Card Specialist to classify sports and non-sports cards, event tickets, and related collectibles, supporting the PSA specification database. This onsite role requires strong attention to detail and collaboration with cross-functional teams across PSA Europe.

Fluent German is required and English at B2 level or higher. Eligibility to work in the EU is necessary for consideration.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of trading cards, tickets, and/or collectibles.
• Passion for research, categorization, and detail-oriented work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and classify sports cards across major releases and manufacturers.
• Identify and classify non-sports cards, from vintage to modern collectibles.
• Research and identify event tickets, including sports and entertainment categories.
• Use publications, catalogs, archives, databases, and online sources to verify item information.
• Maintain and update the PSA specification database with accurate data.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external manufacturers for clarification.

Skills

Trading cards knowledge

Research skills

Detail oriented

German fluency

English B2

Job description

Company Overview

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 trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.

We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.

Job Overview

PSA is expanding into Europe, and we are looking for a Trading Card Specialist to join our team in Frankfurt. This role is ideal for someone with strong collectibles knowledge, a passion for detail, and the curiosity to investigate and classify cards, tickets, and related items with precision. As a Trading Card Specialist you will help build and maintain the data foundation behind PSA’s authentication and grading processes. You will identify and classify sports and non-sports cards, event tickets, and related collectibles, while supporting the ongoing development of the PSA specification database. You’ll report to the Research Supervisor and work onsite from our Frankfurt office. Onsite Requirement: This role requires you to be onsite in the office 5 days per week.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and classify sports cards and their variations across major releases and manufacturers
• Identify and classify non-sports cards, from vintage releases to modern collectibles such as Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh!
• Research and identify event tickets, including sports and entertainment categories
• Use trade publications, catalogs, archives, databases, and online sources to verify and enrich item information
• Maintain and update the PSA specification database with accurate, structured, and consistent data
• Support internal teams with research-based questions and item identification
• Communicate with manufacturers, partners, and internal stakeholders when additional clarification is needed
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Customer Support, and other teams to ensure accurate item classification and smooth workflows

Who You Are:

• Strong knowledge of trading cards, tickets, and/or collectibles
• Passion for research, categorization, and detail-oriented work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work in a structured and accurate way, even with large volumes of detailed information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working across teams in an international environment
• Fluent German is required
• English at B2 level or higher is required
• Must be eligible to work in the European Union (no visa sponsorship available)

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is €40,714.58 - €44,000. Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details.

Additional Information: This role requires the successful completion of a criminal background check

Diversity Statement: Collectors Universe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation (m/w/d).

Diversity und Chancengleichheit: Collectors Universe ist ein Arbeitgeber der Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Kandidat*innen, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Geschlecht, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Behinderung, Alter oder sexueller Orientierung (m/w/d).

Reasons To Join Us:

• The opportunity to be a part of our Germany operation and to make a meaningful impact on the successful launch of PSA in the EU
• A dynamic and collaborative international team
• An organization dedicated to supporting the passionate Collectors community
• A competitive salary and benefits

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Sollten Sie aufgrund einer Behinderung oder besonderer Bedürfnisse eine Unterstützung bei der Bewerbung oder beim Vorstellungsgespräch bei uns benötigen, senden Sie bitte eine E-Mail an [e-mail] 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 trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, and France.