- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Lead
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Chaumet
Founded in Paris in 1780 and historically appointed jeweller to Empress Joséphine, Chaumet embodies more than two centuries of exceptional savoir-faire in high jewellery, watchmaking and the art of tiaras. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage, creativity and technical excellence converge, inviting teams to contribute to creations that balance imperial legacy with contemporary elegance. Within the LVMH group, Chaumet provides opportunities to develop in métiers spanning craftsmanship, design, retail, client experience and corporate functions, while fostering precision, cultural sensitivity and a deep respect for transmission. Its employees join a house where beauty, innovation and Parisian distinction are cultivated with enduring purpose.
Chaumet is recruiting a Senior Setter and Workshop Team Lead on a permanent, full-time basis in Paris. The role combines hands-on traditional stone setting on high-jewelry pieces with team support, technical follow-up, quality inspection, setter evaluations and coordination with external workshops.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform traditional stone-setting techniques—including grain, prong, bezel, baguette, pelage and mille-traits finishing—on various high-jewelry pieces.
- Manage all preparation stages and ensure the quality of each piece after stone setting.
- Collaborate proactively with jewelers, polishers, and technical and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Contribute ideas to internal continuous-improvement projects and ensure compliance with safety and security rules.
- Support the setters on the team by determining the resources needed to complete the required setting work.
- Provide technical follow-up, ensuring compliance with deadlines, estimates, design and quality requirements.
- Inspect pieces produced by the team for conformity and ensure settings are completed in accordance with estimates and applicable rules.
- Conduct year-end evaluations of the setters on the team with the Workshop Manager.
- Serve as the technical point of contact and liaison for external workshops.
Qualifications
- Degree or vocational qualification in jewelry and métiers d’art (CAP or BMA).
- At least 10 years of high-jewelry experience.
- Aesthetic sense and artistic sensibility.
- Appreciation for handcrafted work.
- Curiosity, humility, rigor and organizational skills.
- Leadership, results orientation, excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving ability and team spirit.
- Autonomy and the ability to assess and manage time.
Skills
Experience
At least 10 years of high-jewelry experience.
Education
Degree or vocational qualification in jewelry and métiers d’art (CAP or BMA).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Chaumet offers a refined workplace culture rooted in Parisian elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and the heritage of Place Vendôme. As an employer, the Maison values precision, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire, fostering an environment where teams contribute to enduring luxury while collaborating with discretion, passion, and excellence.
About Cerulean
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