About the TeamAt GOAT Group, our Authentication Operations team is essential in educating, training and supporting the Authenticators in physical and digital operations. With the partnership of the operations and retail leaders they focus on ensuring we are creating the best-in-class authenticators by providing them the tools and training they need to verify every product is accurate and authentic.In this role you will:Authenticate ListingsReview and authenticate designer apparel and footwear listings before they are available for saleRemove unsafe listings or listings that do not meet marketplace standardsEnsure listings are accurately described (size, condition, accessories, colorway, release information) and categorized correctlyIdentify inconsistencies, manipulated photos, or inaccurate product details during the authentication processRespond to community and marketing requests for additional item moderationReview authentication defect reports to understand the nature of inauthentic items that passed through the authentication process and support continuous improvement effortsTrain and Develop Authentication SkillsStay up to date on designer authentication methods, release trends, and evolving counterfeit techniques Attend training or mentorship sessions with team leads to increase designer apparel and footwear authentication knowledgeHost training or mentorship sessions to contribute to team learning and developmentAssist in building and improving authentication resources, guides, and hard checkpointsContribute to Company-Wide Initiatives and OKRsUnderstand how authentication work affects defect rate and metrics for the Grails designer authentication team overallRecognize how authentication volume impacts SLA and operational metrics for the team overallSupport process improvement initiatives focused on consistency, quality, and efficiencyOther duties as assignedDesigner KnowledgeKnowledge and/or familiarity with various designer brands and categories including,



but not limited to:Enfants Riches DeprimesBalenciagaVetementsStone IslandGallery DeptPaly HollywoodAlexander McQueenAmiriGolden GooseBalmainWe are looking for:Strong knowledge and interest in designer clothing, culture, and trendsAbility to learn/adapt quickly with proven independent problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail and consistency in decision-makingEnthusiastic about Grailed and/or a power user of the Grailed platformProfessional: Impeccable judgment when trusted with sensitive, non-public data and informationExhibit Grailed Values: Ownership, Empathetic Approach, Continuous Improvement, Solutions Focus, and Community DrivenYour Performance Will Be Measured On:How accurately and efficiently you can authenticate designer listingsConsistency in identifying authentic and inauthentic itemsContribution to team knowledge sharing and process improvement initiativesRequirements:Work eligibilityBackground knowledge about designer footwear and apparel; you bring expertise to the teamAvailability to work weekends and holidays (as scheduled)Availability to work 20-30 hours per weekAvailability to attend team meetings and collaborate frequentlyGOAT Group represents the leading platforms for authentic sneakers, apparel and accessories. Operating four distinct brands-GOAT, Flight Club, Grailed and alias-GOAT Group has a global community of more than 60 million members across 170 countries.GOAT is the global platform for the greatest products from the past, present and future. Since its founding in 2015, GOAT has become one of the leading and most trusted sneaker platforms in the world,



and has expanded to offer apparel and accessories from select emerging, contemporary and iconic brands. Through its unique positioning between the primary and resale markets, the company offers styles across various time periods on its digital platforms and in its retail locations, while delivering products to over 60 million members across 170 countries.Established in Current York City over 15 years ago, Flight Club revolutionized sneaker retail as the original consignment store for rare shoes. Carrying the rarest exclusives and collectible sneakers, Flight Club has evolved from a one-stop sneaker destination, to a cultural hub for sneaker enthusiasts and novices alike. With three brick-and-mortar locations in New York City, Los Angeles and Miami, Flight Club remains the premier source for authentic, rare sneakers.Founded in 2013, Grailed is the leading community-driven marketplace for rare luxury, streetwear and vintage fashion. The marketplace was built for enthusiasts, by enthusiasts, and features products from brands including Supreme, Raf Simons, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Prada and more. With a highly curated selection of resale pieces including inventory exclusive to the platform, Grailed makes fashion accessible.The company is backed by strategic investor Foot Locker, Inc. as well as some of the leading names in venture capital including Park West Asset Management, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., Franklin Templeton, Adage Capital Management, Ulysses Management, D1 Capital Partners, Accel, Andreessen Horowitz, Index Ventures, Matrix Partners, Upfront Ventures, Webb Investment Network and Y Combinator.GOAT Group will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, if applicable.

📌 Digital Authentication Associate (Ottawa)
🏢 Goatgroup
📍 Ottawa