Buccellati Goldsmith / Silversmith

Buccellati is an Italian maison renowned for its hand‑crafted high‑jewellery and silverware, celebrated for distinctive textural techniques and artisanal finishing. The brand operates within a luxury-group framework and maintains ateliers where traditional craftsmanship and design converge to produce collectible objects and bespoke pieces.

1. Execute hand‑craftsmanship of gold and silver pieces from prototype through final finish, using traditional techniques (engraving, chasing, repoussé, forging).
2. Interpret technical drawings and translate design intent into precise metalwork and three‑dimensional forms.
3. Perform soldering, assembly, setting and finishing operations to luxury standards, ensuring surface quality and dimensional accuracy.
4. Conduct quality control on completed pieces, rectify imperfections, and ensure conformity with hallmarks and internal specifications.
5. Collaborate with design, production planning and restoration teams to meet delivery schedules and conserve historical pieces when required.
6. Maintain specialist tools, benches and small equipment; ensure a clean, safe atelier and adherence to workplace safety procedures.
7. Mentor junior artisans and pass on traditional techniques within the atelier when applicable.

1. Professional qualification in goldsmithing, silversmithing or equivalent artisan apprenticeship.
2. Proven mastery of hand engraving, chasing and repoussé techniques.
3. Strong knowledge of precious metals (gold alloys, silver) and hallmarking standards.
4. Excellent manual dexterity, visual acuity and attention to surface detail.
5. Ability to read technical drawings and measure to tight tolerances.
6. Legal authorization to work in Italy (if not an EU national).

1. Hand engraving
2. Repoussé
3. Chasing
4. Soldering (precision jewelry soldering)
5. Polishing and finishing techniques
6. Stone setting (basic to advanced)
7. Metalsmithing with gold and silver
8. Fine filing, sawing and bench work
9. Use of jeweller's loupe and precision measuring instruments
10. Workshop tool maintenance

Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in high‑end jewellery and/or silversmithing, preferably within a luxury maison or specialised artisan atelier. Experience delivering pieces to exacting quality standards and working from designers' technical drawings is required.

Vocational diploma in goldsmithing/silversmithing or completion of a recognised apprenticeship; formal jewellery training preferred.

The workplace emphasizes heritage craftsmanship, meticulous attention to finish and a commitment to preserving traditional metalworking techniques. The atelier culture values mentorship, quiet precision and close collaboration with design teams to realise collectible, museum‑quality objects.