Setter

CLIENT: Leading Designer JewellerLOCATION: Bath, Somerset - Relocation package availableSALARY: Competitive salary + overtime + pension + life insurance + annual bonus + little extras!

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded designer jeweller in the Southwest, renowned for crafting stunning bespoke pieces. With a rich heritage and a focus on quality, their work is celebrated by a discerning clientele who value exceptional craftsmanship and unique design. They operate out of beautiful cities such as Bath and Bristol, offering a truly rewarding and dynamic environment to work in.

JOB ROLE:The client is seeking an experienced, full-time setter to join their skilled team at their main workshop, based in their Bath City store. The successful candidate will be an essential part of a dedicated team of jewellers, and will be tasked with delivering top-quality setting work across a wide range of jewellery pieces.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Setting all styles of jewellery, including micro-setting, prong (or claw), bezel, channel, pave, tension, and flush settings, ensuring exceptional standards of craftsmanship.

• Collaborating closely with the workshop manager and the goldsmithing team to ensure that each piece is completed to the highest standard and meets customer expectations.

• Managing your workload effectively to meet deadlines and working efficiently under pressure.

• Maintaining a high level of attention to detail, ensuring every piece of jewellery is set with precision and care.

• Ensuring excellent communication with the team to ensure a smooth workflow and successful delivery of orders.

REQUIREMENTS:The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience in jewellery setting, including proficiency with a variety of techniques such as micro-setting, prong, bezel, and channel settings.

• Confidence in managing and prioritising your work to meet deadlines.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with team members and customers.

• An exceptional eye for detail and a commitment to delivering top-quality craftsmanship.

• The ability to work efficiently in a busy workshop environment and maintain high standards under pressure.

• A passion for jewellery making and an interest in creating unique, bespoke designs.

The role is full-time, working Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5.30 PM (40-hour week).

SUMMARY:This is a key role within a dynamic and highly respected jewellery brand, offering a great opportunity for a talented setter to showcase their skills. The successful candidate will have the chance to work on a range of beautiful, bespoke jewellery pieces, playing a key role in the creation of high-end items for discerning clients.

Our client is eager to meet candidates who share their passion for the art of jewellery making. If selected, you will be invited to undertake a bench test in their workshop to demonstrate your skills further. Travel and accommodation expenses for the bench test will be covered, and you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Bath - a city known for its history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture.

If you are passionate about jewellery, have a keen eye for detail, and want to be part of a team that celebrates craftsmanship, apply today.

To apply, please send your CV and portfolio of work.