Fendi High Jewelry Designer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €60,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About Fendi
Founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi stands as one of Italy’s most distinguished luxury houses, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, Roman spirit, and bold creative vision. As an employer, Fendi offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across métiers including design, leather goods, fur, ready-to-wear, retail, communications, and corporate functions. The Maison values artisanal excellence, cultural curiosity, entrepreneurial energy, and collaboration, inviting its teams to contribute to a legacy defined by refinement and experimentation. Within the LVMH Group, Fendi provides international career opportunities, strong professional development, and the privilege of shaping the future of contemporary luxury.
Fendi High Jewelry Designer position in Rome, Italy. Design exclusive collections with CAD expertise and Italian/English fluency required. €60,000 annual salary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design exclusive High Jewelry collections and bespoke custom projects in alignment with Fendi's aesthetic codes, utilizing both freehand sketches and high-aesthetic digital renderings
- Create detailed hand sketches and precise 3D digital models using CAD software for jewelry design
- Coordinate daily activities of the High Jewelry design team
- Collaborate with Paris ateliers and relevant departments throughout the development process to ensure design integrity from concept to final execution
- Work dynamically between Rome and Paris offices and ateliers, maintaining active alignment with product, development, and craftsmanship teams
- Support sourcing and selection of precious gemstones, materials, and techniques
- Execute and support development of both hand-painted and digital gouaches in accordance with Fendi's aesthetic standards
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in High Jewelry design; 7–8 years preferred
- Proficiency in both traditional hand-drawing and advanced CAD software for jewelry design
- Fluency in Italian and English; knowledge of French strongly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to travel frequently
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of consolidated experience in High Jewelry design, with 7 to 8 years preferred. Candidates should demonstrate advanced proficiency in both traditional hand-drawing techniques and contemporary digital design tools within the jewelry industry.
Education
Professional training or formal education in jewelry design, fine arts, or related creative disciplines is expected, complemented by practical experience in a luxury jewelry environment.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 60,000 per annum.
Benefits
Eligibility for performance-based bonuses subject to individual and organizational performance metrics. Additional benefits provided in accordance with Fendi's current company policies and the applicable CCNL Commercio (Italian collective bargaining agreement for the retail sector).
Culture
Fendi cultivates a workplace culture rooted in Roman heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and a forward-looking spirit of creativity. As an employer, it offers a refined, collaborative environment where teams are encouraged to combine technical excellence with bold innovation in service of a distinctive luxury vision.
About Cerulean
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