Jeweller
Cartier is hiring a Jeweller in Paris — join the haute joaillerie atelier as a bench jeweller crafting and finishing luxury pieces.
Overview
Cartier is an iconic French maison renowned for its high jewellery and watchmaking. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines Parisian heritage with global reach and an enduring commitment to artisanal excellence, operating ateliers and boutiques worldwide.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute benchwork for high‑end jewellery pieces, including soldering, forming, filing, and finishing to exacting standards.
- Set and secure gemstones using a variety of techniques (prong, bezel, pavé), ensuring optimal alignment and retention.
- Interpret technical drawings and CAD-derived specifications to translate designs into finished objects.
- Perform hand‑engraving, stone mounting, polishing and final quality finishing for haute joaillerie items.
- Carry out in‑process and final quality controls against tight tolerances and Maison quality criteria.
- Collaborate closely with design, product development and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and propose manufacturable solutions.
- Maintain atelier equipment and tools; ensure cleanliness, organisation and compliance with safety procedures.
- Document work performed and contribute to continuous improvement of bench processes and techniques.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma in jewellery making, goldsmithing, or equivalent (CAP/BEP or comparable technical qualification) or equivalent professional apprenticeship.
- Minimum 3 years' bench experience in luxury jewellery, haute joaillerie or equivalent fine jewellery environment.
- Demonstrable mastery of hand stone setting and finishing techniques suitable for high‑value pieces.
- Strong manual dexterity, acute attention to detail and an uncompromising approach to quality and finish.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow precise specifications; aptitude for collaborative problem solving.
Skills
Experience
At least 3 years of hands‑on bench experience in luxury or haute joaillerie, with a proven track record of producing and finishing high‑value jewellery to exacting standards.
Education
Vocational diploma or apprenticeship in jewellery making/goldsmithing (e.g., CAP/BEP) or equivalent professional training.
Culture
Cartier fosters a culture of meticulous craftsmanship and creative excellence rooted in Parisian savoir‑faire. The workplace emphasises atelier collaboration, technical mastery and respect for heritage while encouraging subtle innovation in techniques and processes.