Job Description
Experienced High Calibre MASTER GOLDSMITH for Retail Shop Workshop - LONDON
Retail Jewellers in SW London, specialising in hand made fine Bespoke Jewellery and high quality repairs in their own on-site workshop, visible from the shop, are looking to appoint a highly skilled Master Goldsmith.
This is an interesting and challenging role. The successful candidate will be a true craftsman with the ability to interpret client design requirements in collaboration with our Designers. They will be confident, take delight and full job satisfaction to bring bespoke design ideas to successful finished goods.
The prospective candidate must have the following qualities and skills:-
· minimum proven 5 years bench experience
· good all round high level of technical skills
· able to hand make jewellery pieces to high standard
· able to sketch designs
· carve precise and accurate master wax patterns
· work in platinum and gold with hand and machine tools
· good product knowledge of fine jewellery, diamonds and gemstones
· use of CAD software and follow through to production would be advantageous
· setting skills advantageous but not essential
· skilled in all repair and restoration work, especially on intricate pieces
· previous retail experience would be ideal
Flair and creativity with outstanding working standards, excellent attention to detail and follow through are essential requirements. We are looking for an exceptional person who must have these qualities:-
· team player
· pro-active and forward thinking
· excellent English verbal and written communication
· good organisational skills: ability to prioritise jobs
· a deep and dedicated passion for jewellery
· eventually able to take responsibility and ownership of orders, from conception through to sourcing, quoting and completion of manufacture
· good time management in manufacture
· excellent communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
· high customer service principles
· give their best at all times, in all situations
· versatile and adaptable
smart appearance with warm, friendly demeanour
Michael Platt is an independent Retail Jewellery Boutique situated in the delightful location of the high profile area of Wimbledon Village, London, SW19; a village within the Capital. Michael Platt identifies as a strong brand; a symbol of excellence, associated with expert craftsmanship; stocking and making superb, unusual stylish jewellery using rare and uncommon gemstones and beautiful diamonds. We pride ourselves in establishing close working relationships with clients, offering our very personal memorable service with high standards whatever the occasion, all supplied through the talent, charisma, exuberance and enthusiasm of our valued knowledgeable team. We require a very special focused person to join our small enthusiastic Team to help continue and broaden our growth.
This a great and unusual opportunity for the right Goldsmith who would enjoy occasional direct client interaction at busy times to join a growing company. The opportunity exists to take on more responsibility with this position
Full time - 5 days per week. Tuesday to Saturday TipTOP Salary for right candidate
Please forward your CV with a covering letter telling us why you are right for this job with your portfolio or images of examples of your work and creativity to :