[Hiring] Expert Model Trains @Catawiki

Role Description

As a Model Trains Expert, you will curate high-quality auctions that attract engaged bidders and trusted sellers. Your expertise ensures each lot is relevant, accurately valued, and aligned with collector expectations. You contribute directly to the growth and success of your category by combining specialist knowledge with commercial judgement, maintaining transparency and building strong relationships within the model trains community.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and arrange model train lots submitted by users, ensuring each auction features attractive and relevant listings.
• Create compelling weekly lot selections using your expertise and professional network.
• Review titles, descriptions, and images to assess quality and provide accurate estimated values.
• Safeguard transparent and fair transactions through consistent expert evaluation.
• Communicate rejections professionally and diplomatically, maintaining strong seller relationships.
• Collaborate with Sales to attract new sellers and diversify the range and quality of lots.
• Partner with Marketing to increase bidder engagement and visibility for your auctions.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in Model Trains.
• Strong commercial acumen and documented commercial experience.
• An eye for trade and value within the collectibles market.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to act diplomatically in user disputes.
• A network of potential sellers and experts within your field.
• Good computer skills and confidence working with digital tools.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Requirements

• This is a 100% remote role that can be based in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, or the United Kingdom.

Benefits

• Create a visible impact by working at scale in a global organisation serving millions of customers across 80+ categories.
• Learn and grow through our Learning & Development initiatives, including clear development plans and mentorship programmes to support your career progression.
• A culture of connection defines us, fostering an inclusive and queer-friendly environment.
• Receive a €100 Catavoucher when you join, a €50 Catavoucher on your birthday, and an extra day off each year to “Pursue Your Passion.”
• Additional leave for key work anniversaries and important life events.
• Benefits may vary by location.

Company Description

Catawiki is a one-of-a-kind marketplace for buying and selling special objects. Each week, more than 100,000 unique items are auctioned, all carefully curated by our passionate in-house experts. Our mission is to become the world’s most popular destination for special objects.