Joaillière (Bench Jeweller)
Cartier in Paris seeks a Joaillière (bench jeweller) to craft and finish haute-joaillerie pieces in the Maison's ateliers.
Overview
Cartier is a French maison renowned for haute joaillerie and watchmaking, operating ateliers and boutiques worldwide. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines centuries-old craftsmanship with contemporary design, supporting rigorous standards of excellence and discretion across its creative and production teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute hand fabrication, soldering and assembly of high‑end jewellery according to technical drawings and prototypes.
- Set and secure gemstones using a range of setting techniques (pavé, claw, bezel, channel) to haute-joaillerie quality standards.
- Perform finishing, polishing and final adjustments to ensure impeccable surface treatment and fit.
- Undertake repairs, resizing and after‑sales work while maintaining traceability and workshop documentation.
- Collaborate closely with designers, model makers and gemmologists to translate sketches into finished pieces.
- Carry out quality control inspections at each production stage and report non-conformities.
- Maintain tools, workstations and uphold strict confidentiality and security protocols for luxury items.
Qualifications
- Professional qualification in jewellery-making or goldsmithing (CAP/BEP, vocational diploma or equivalent).
- Demonstrable mastery of traditional bench techniques: soldering, sawing, filing, setting and finishing.
- Strong visual acuity, manual dexterity and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow precise jewellery tolerances.
- Commitment to confidentiality, quality standards and a collaborative atelier environment.
Skills
Experience
Typically 3+ years of bench experience within a luxury jewellery house, atelier or comparable high‑precision environment; proven track record on haute‑joaillerie pieces and repair work.
Education
Vocational diploma in jewellery-making/goldsmithing (CAP/BEP or equivalent); additional gemmology certification desirable.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a workshop culture anchored in craftsmanship, exacting standards and respect for heritage. Teams operate in a collaborative, discreet environment where artisans, designers and specialists work closely to achieve the technical and aesthetic precision expected of Cartier.