Apprentice Jeweler-NYC

Apprentice Jeweler

A High Jewelry Maison with a strong heritage who promotes exceptional know-how in an enchanting and creative environment. Our Maison is looking for talented individuals who contribute to developing and transmitting their expertise with care and no compromise. At Van Cleef & Arpels you will be surrounded by passionate experts and will contribute to many new projects which allows our Maison to regularly reinvent itself. At Van Cleef & Arpels, we are proud to hire talents from many different backgrounds and experiences. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence.

The ideal candidate will have completed a formal jewelry education program from a recognized jewelry school or accredited college or university. You will have relevant jewelry-specific beginner skills. You will have a willingness to learn and have excellent communication skills. You will be able to take in feedback and have a determination to grow as a professional.

The Apprentice Jeweler will require completion of 12 months apprenticeship program. The apprentice's responsibilities include learning and developing practical skills, participating in assignments for VCA workshop, observing all health and safety requirements, completing required exercises and learning assignments under supervision of Director of jewelry services and participating VCA Master Jewelers. This role will be based at our NYC Workshop.

Apprentice Responsibilities:

• Learn with the company's assigned experienced staff
• Participate in daily classes and any workshops that might take place on-site
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience throughout apprenticeship
• Learn about the industry as a whole and specific best practice in Jewelry industry
• Observing health and safety procedures.
• Completing all tests, assignments, and other required evaluations.
• Positively receiving feedback.
• Keeping records of everything learned.
• Building professional relationships with colleagues and administrative teams.

By joining Van Cleef and Arpels, you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how as well as trainings about our creations.

The recruitment process:

Please submit an application online. If your profile matches our search criteria, you will be contacted by the Talent Acquisition team for an interview. The recruitment process will consist of several interviews at various levels of the organization. Applicants must have valid work authorization for employment in the USA.

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.

We Offer:

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

Expected Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000

Salary will be negotiated based on skills and prior work experience.