Cartier Joaillière (Bench Jeweller)

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.

1. Execute hand fabrication, soldering and assembly of high‑end jewellery according to technical drawings and prototypes.
2. Set and secure gemstones using a range of setting techniques (pavé, claw, bezel, channel) to haute-joaillerie quality standards.
3. Perform finishing, polishing and final adjustments to ensure impeccable surface treatment and fit.
4. Undertake repairs, resizing and after‑sales work while maintaining traceability and workshop documentation.
5. Collaborate closely with designers, model makers and gemmologists to translate sketches into finished pieces.
6. Carry out quality control inspections at each production stage and report non-conformities.
7. Maintain tools, workstations and uphold strict confidentiality and security protocols for luxury items.

1. Professional qualification in jewellery-making or goldsmithing (CAP/BEP, vocational diploma or equivalent).
2. Demonstrable mastery of traditional bench techniques: soldering, sawing, filing, setting and finishing.
3. Strong visual acuity, manual dexterity and meticulous attention to detail.
4. Ability to read technical drawings and follow precise jewellery tolerances.
5. Commitment to confidentiality, quality standards and a collaborative atelier environment.

1. Stone setting (pavé, claw, bezel, channel)
2. Micro‑soldering / torch work
3. Hand fabrication (sawing, filing, forming)
4. Polishing and surface finishing
5. Gemstone handling and care
6. Technical drawing interpretation
7. Quality control of precious metal assemblies
8. Fine manual dexterity and precision work

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.

Vocational diploma in jewellery-making/goldsmithing (CAP/BEP or equivalent); additional gemmology certification desirable.

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.