Hermès Fine Jewellery Expert
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès seeks a Fine Jewellery Expert in London to guide clients, mentor teams, and elevate expertise in exceptional gemstones and creations across the UK subsidiary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Act as the primary in-store GB subsidiary expert for Fine Jewellery, with deep knowledge of gemstones, craftsmanship and exceptional pieces
- Bring Fine Jewellery to life through refined storytelling, connecting heritage, technique, rarity and client lifestyle
- Guide clients with confidence and discretion, fostering understanding and appreciation without a sales-driven approach
- Support clients in developing deeper knowledge and emotional connection to gemstones and creations
- Partner with Client Relationship Specialists to support appointments, bespoke moments and long-term relationships
- Act as a reference point and mentor, elevating Fine Jewellery knowledge across the Maison and GB subsidiary
- Deliver formal and informal training alongside the Training team, helping colleagues build confidence and fluency in Fine Jewellery
- Translate complex gemmological and technical information into clear, inspiring and accessible narratives
- Introduce novelties and exceptional pieces in a way that feels engaging, memorable and relevant
- Share insights from the wider Fine Jewellery landscape, including collectors, auctions, trends and key industry voices
- Maintain an active connection to the Fine Jewellery ecosystem, including collectors, auction houses, industry experts and communities
- Stay informed on emerging trends, market movements and influential players, ensuring knowledge remains current and relevant
- Integrate external perspective into storytelling and team development, enhancing the quality of client conversations
- Contribute ideas to elevate visibility, desirability and expertise of Fine Jewellery within the Maison
- Provide feedback to Retail Merchandising and leadership teams on client interests, product performance and buying opportunities
- Support in-store activations for Fine Jewellery Métier, ensuring elevated and informed client experiences
- Work collaboratively across métiers, encouraging cross-category discovery and enriching the overall client journey
- Act as the go-to reference for detailed specifications, product expertise, objections handling and technical queries
- Assist Sales and Service Support teams in assessing client needs, sourcing alternatives and navigating technical solutions
- Structure training plans aligned with buying strategy, visual priorities and current assortment
- Communicate updates on tools and resources to the wider team, ensuring proper understanding and adoption
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Fine Jewellery specialist within a luxury environment
- Strong gemmological expertise with deep understanding of gemstones, sourcing, quality and craftsmanship
- GIA certification or equivalent strongly preferred
- Well-connected and knowledgeable within the Fine Jewellery world, including collectors, auctions, trends and key industry voices
- Ability to translate complex technical knowledge into clear, engaging and emotionally resonant storytelling
- Experience supporting and developing team knowledge through training or mentoring
Skills
Experience
Proven experience as a Fine Jewellery specialist within a luxury environment, demonstrating mastery of gemstones, sourcing, and craftsmanship. Background in mentoring or training colleagues, with a well-established network within collector communities and the fine jewellery industry.
Education
GIA certification (Gemological Institute of America) or equivalent gemmological qualification strongly preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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