Van Cleef & Arpels Assistant Project Manager, Watch Development
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- Location
- MeyrinGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks an Assistant Project Manager for Watch Development in Meyrin, Switzerland. Support horological innovation in a heritage luxury maison.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of horological projects from conception through launch
- Assist in coordinating cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and production
- Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and budget allocation
- Prepare and maintain project documentation and progress reports
- Facilitate communication between internal departments and external partners
- Contribute to the refinement of watchmaking processes and technical specifications
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
- Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach
- Professional communication abilities in both written and verbal forms
Skills
Experience
Internship or entry-level experience in project coordination, operations, or product development is advantageous but not required for this developmental position.
Education
Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a program in engineering, business administration, project management, or a related discipline; alternatively, equivalent professional experience in a technical or operational role.
Workplace
The role is situated in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland — conveniently close to Geneva.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Van Cleef & Arpels, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Associate Project Manager, Horological Development», «Project Coordinator, Watch Innovation», «Development Project Assistant», «Horological Project Support Specialist», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.