Cartier Jeweller
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
About Cartier
Cartier is a leading maison of high jewellery and watchmaking within the Richemont group, internationally recognised for refined craftsmanship, timeless design and exceptional gemstones. The brand maintains dedicated ateliers that combine traditional bench skills with rigorous quality standards to produce couture-level jewellery.
Cartier in Paris seeks a Jeweller for its High Jewellery atelier — expert in stone setting, soldering and hand finishing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble and finish high‑jewellery pieces to maison standards, including soldering, filing, piercing and hand finishing.
- Execute precise stone setting (pavé, prong, bezel and special settings) and secure mounting of precious stones and gems.
- Perform micro‑soldering, laser welding and detailed polishing under microscope to achieve flawless surfaces and joins.
- Undertake quality control and final inspection of pieces, ensuring compliance with technical drawings and atelier tolerances.
- Collaborate closely with design, CAD/prototyping and production teams to translate concepts into manufacturable jewellery.
- Maintain and calibrate bench tools and microscopes; ensure workshop safety, order and tooling readiness.
- Document work progress, manage small repairs and restorations, and hand over completed pieces to quality assurance or clientèle teams.
Qualifications
- Professional vocational qualification in jewellery-making or metalwork (e.g., CAP/BP or equivalent) or demonstrable bench experience in high jewellery.
- Proven competence in a broad range of setting techniques and bench processes used in luxury jewellery manufacture.
- Strong manual dexterity, visual acuity and experience working under microscope for fine detail.
- Familiarity with gemstone properties and handling; GIA or equivalent gemological training preferred.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow atelier work instructions; French language skills advantageous.
Skills
Experience
Several years of hands‑on experience in a jewellery atelier, with demonstrable high‑jewellery bench work (stone setting, soldering, finishing) and a portfolio of completed pieces. Prior experience in a luxury maison or couture jewellery environment is highly desirable.
Education
Vocational diploma in jewellery-making/metalwork (e.g., CAP, BP) or equivalent professional training; additional gemological certification (GIA) advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The atelier culture at Cartier emphasises meticulous craftsmanship, respect for heritage techniques and relentless attention to detail. Teams operate in a collaborative, craft‑led environment where mentorship, technical excellence and discretion are core values.
About Cerulean
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