Luxury Watch Authenticator: Precision Authenticity Expert

Grand Central Watch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Central Watch in New York City seeks a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Watch Authenticator to join our team on-site. The role demands extensive knowledge of luxury brands, models, references, movements, components, and construction to determine authenticity and document findings.

The ideal candidate notices subtle details such as dial configurations, engravings, case finishing, and movement architecture across modern and vintage watches.

Qualifications

• Experience distinguishing authentic vs counterfeit watches by dial, case, movement and engravings.
• Ability to recognize variant references, production years, and component configurations.
• Strong research skills and habit of documenting observations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Examine modern and vintage luxury watches to assess authenticity.
• Identify inconsistencies or non-original components and verify details.
• Record observations accurately and photograph details when required.
• Collaborate with watchmakers and authentication teams; escalate when needed.
• Maintain organized records and stay informed on counterfeit trends.

Skills

Watch authentication

Brand knowledge

Attention to detail

Research skills

Documentation

Observational skills

Job description

Grand Central Watch in New York City seeks a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Watch Authenticator to join our team on-site. The role demands extensive knowledge of luxury brands, models, references, movements, components, and construction to determine authenticity and document findings.

The ideal candidate notices subtle details such as dial configurations, engravings, case finishing, and movement architecture across modern and vintage watches.