Jeweller (Bench Jeweller) - Les Ateliers d'Aurigane
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Jeweller at Les Ateliers d'Aurigane in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges — bench jeweller role in a high-jewellery workshop.
Overview
Van Cleef & Arpels is a maison of high jewellery and watchmaking renowned for craftsmanship, poetic design and meticulous hand finishing. As part of a major luxury group, the brand combines artisanal ateliers in France with international retail and creative operations, maintaining rigorous standards of heritage-led production and technical excellence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assemble, solder and finish high-jewellery pieces to precise technical drawings and brand specifications.
- Perform stone setting (prong, bezel, pavé and micro-setting) and hand-finishing to meet luxury quality standards.
- Execute repairs, adjustments and restorations on precious-metal jewellery while preserving original integrity.
- Carry out quality control and final inspection, ensuring conformity with tolerances and aesthetic criteria.
- Collaborate with designers, model makers and other bench technicians to translate prototypes into production pieces.
- Maintain tools and equipment, keep workshop documentation up to date, and follow health & safety protocols.
Qualifications
- Professional jewellery qualification (CAP/BEP, BMA or equivalent apprenticeship) in goldsmithing/jewellery-making or demonstrable equivalent training.
- Sound knowledge of precious metals, gemstones and traditional bench techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production specifications.
- Strong manual dexterity, attention to detail and commitment to finish quality.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires several years of bench experience in fine or high jewellery production, with demonstrated competence in setting and finishing high-value pieces.
Education
CAP/BEP/BMA in goldsmithing/jewellery-making or equivalent professional apprenticeship.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes artisanal mastery, exacting standards and collaborative atelier practice. Technicians work closely with designers and model makers in a culture that values heritage craftsmanship, continuous skill development and pride in flawless execution.