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Bench Jewellers Recruitment Open Evening

Bench Jewellers Recruitment Open Evening Signet Jewellers Repairs Workshop Hockley, Birmingham 6pm, Thursday 9th November 2017 Signet Jewelers UK Interested in finding out more about becoming a Jeweller / Bench Repairer for our business? Come and visit our brand new jewellery repairs workshop in Hockley, Birmingham and find out more about working for Signet! Shine with Signet The UK’s largest jewellery retailer is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our passionate team of Jewellery and Watch Technicians. We’ve recently been very busy refurbishing our Birmingham Repairs Service Centre, located Hockley near the Jewellery Quarter and now we’re looking to

Bench for Rent in Shared East London Jewellery Studio

Bench for Rent in Shared East London Jewellery Studio Bench spaces available in lovely workshop space in vibrant Stratford, East London. £300 pcm. 24/7 access Own personal bench space Shared studio space facilities: Propane Torch and torch area Durston Rolling mill Barrel polisher Polisher Vices Pickle pot Ultrasonic Tree trunks for hammering Central design table Chemical storage Building amenities: 24hour access 7am-5pm weekday reception Newly refurbished communal kitchens, social spaces, Meeting rooms Wifi and Showers Regular open studios 30 minutes to Hatton Garden, lots of transport links from Stratford station. For more details please email Nicola at benches@alchemyjewellers.co.uk

Jewellery Studio at Flux – Bench Space Available

Jewellery Studio at Flux – Bench Space Available SE5 8QT Jewellery Studio at Flux – Bench space Available – Apply now Looking for a specialist studio to advance your jewellery practice? We’re seeking new members to join our vibrant collective of jewellers at Flux Studios. Membership costs £295 pcm and provides 24/7 access to our well-equipped jewellery studios in South London. Work independently to your own requirements. /// Take advantage of our collective knowledge and experience in the jewellery field; share in-house technical / design / business development to further advance individual jewellery practice. For more information Find us on

Studio Share - Jewellers Bench Space Available

Studio Share - Jewellers Bench Space Available Thames Side Studios, South East London £120/month Bright new workshop overlooking the river on Thames Side Studios premises with lots of natural light. Shared with 2 others (CAD technician & painter, both use it very occasionally only). You would basically have the studio to yourself most of the time! The size of it is 4x3m and about half is taken up by painting materials such as canvases. Site has 24hr access, parking and over night security guard. Over 400 artist studios on the site with a community of creative people. We currently need

Studio Share - Jewellers Bench Space Available

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Jeweller / Bench Jeweller, Ashes With Art - Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

[youtube url=http://youtu.be/61JVBZu0TDM] The role Jeweller / Bench Jeweller Ashes With Art Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham It’s time to add a 5 Jeweller to our Birmingham studio! If you are looking for your next exciting role or have been waiting for the right opportunity to progress your career in a high performing team and studio, we would love to hear from you. As a business we continually innovate and develop our product set. The quality of our jewellery is exceptional, our service is flawless and we celebrate the customer. We create a positive working environment and believe all staff should have

PRESS RELEASE: Jewellery Businesses Invited to Explore NAJ Job Seeker Directory

The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ), the UK’s leading trade association for the professional jewellery sector, is pleased to announce that its free Jewellery Job Seeker Directory is now open for jewellery businesses to explore prospective talent across the industry. Developed to support workforce stability in a challenging economic climate, the directory provides employers with direct access to a growing pool of skilled jewellery professionals seeking new opportunities. Businesses can easily search for candidates by geographical region and job role, helping them identify talent aligned with their recruitment needs. This free‑to‑use resource has been created to strengthen recruitment, retain expertise

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Scrap Buyer, Presman Bullion Ltd - Hatton Garden, London

Scrap Buyer Presman Bullion Ltd Hatton Garden, London Huge job opportunity within our Scrap Buying team in London's Historic Jewellery Quarter, Hatton Garden. The Role Evaluating items that customers bring / post in, including Gold, Silver, Platinum & Palladium coins, jewellery, scrap and gold bars or bullion. Dealing with customers face to face, over the phone and responding to emails. The Ideal Candidate Will be dynamic with a strong attention to detail. Jewellery experience preferred. Job Type Full time position. 08:30 – 16:30. Monday to Friday. Salary Salary depending on experience. Benefits include: 25 days holiday. Pension and Private Healthcare

Bits and Bobs

Keeping up to date with the goings on outside of the workshop and away from the bench helps widen the peripheral vision. W e've compiled a list of national and international jewellery publication titles including newsletters, magazines and our favourite blogs to help keep you in touch with the wider world...

Back Office Administrator, Presman Bullion Ltd - Hatton Garden, London

Back Office Administrator Presman Bullion Ltd Hatton Garden, London Huge job opportunity within our Scrap Buying team in London's Historic Jewellery Quarter, Hatton Garden. The Role Facilitating back-office operations within our trade only scrap buying operation. Tasks will include transaction checking, basic accounting system entries, dispatching of customer parcels and invoices, dealing with new accounts enquiries and customer queries. Dealing with customers over the phone and responding to emails. The Ideal Candidate Will be good with numbers with a strong attention to detail. Should be comfortable with computer operation and data input. Jewellery experience preferred. Job Type Full time position.

Jeweller/Mounter at Jewelworks

Due to the retirement of a very experienced and valued member of our team we now have a position for a highly experienced and qualified jobbing jeweller or hand made mounter. The successful applicant will have completed a five year apprenticeship and have at least another five years experience as a working jeweller with references to support. The job will require working knowledge of all precious metals, ie, silver, gold, platinum and palladium. Together with a comprehensive understanding of precious and semi precious stones and their characteristics from a working point of view.

Head of CAD, Design Build Cast Birmingham (DBC Birmingham)- Oldbury, Birmingham

Head of CAD Design Build Cast Birmingham (DBC Birmingham) Oldbury, Birmingham Salary: £50,000+ depending on experience Job Type: Full time, permanent We are establishing a new high-spec jewellery manufacturing and casting facility in Oldbury, forming part of a dual-site operation alongside our established London businesses, Design Build Cast London (DBC London) and The London Art Works (TLAW). We are building a dedicated CAD team within DBC Birmingham, providing high-quality, production-ready CAD as a service to DBC clients and the wider trade. This function will support both internal production and external partners, forming a key part of our overall offering. We

INDUSTRY EVENT: The 2025 Benevolent Society Ball

This week Benchpeg attended the Benevolent Society Ball held at the Grand Hotel in Birmingham. This week Benchpeg attended the Benevolent Society Ball held at the Grand Hotel in Birmingham and represented as a Trustee, the Bishopsland Educational Trust, a grateful recipient of the charity’s good work. We were very honoured to have been placed on Gay Penfold’s table, who as Chair of the charity, as well as being a lovely lady, had done such a marvellous job organising the event and ably assisting the charity auction. We shared our table with Andrew Hinds, Stuart Wibberley, Alewijn Slingerland, Mark and

Full / Part Time Sales Consultant, Anthony Paul Jewellery Windsor

The role Full / Part Time Sales Consultant Anthony Paul Jewellery Cross Store - Windsor | Maidenhead | Henley | Marlow Are you a people person with a passion for jewellery? Do you understand the emotion behind a jewellery sale? Would you like to work for one of the Thames Valley’s leading jewellers? We’ve got the job for you. About us Anthony Paul Jewellery is an award-winning, family-run business with four boutiques across the Thames Valley. We specialise in handmade, bespoke, vintage and second-hand jewellery, as well as offering a comprehensive in-house repair and valuation service. We’re on the lookout

Trainee / Junior Silversmith, Grant Macdonald - London

The role Trainee / Junior Silversmith Grant Macdonald London SE1 Grant Macdonald is a high-end silversmithing manufacturer. We are market leaders in our specialised field and our global customer base ensures we produce a wide range of fascinating products. An opportunity has arisen to join our expanding silversmithing team in our central London workshop. We are currently looking for a talented junior silversmith/trainee to join the team. The chosen candidate needs to be a hardworking, enthusiastic craftsperson who is looking to expand their skills and grow as a silversmith at a prestigious London workshop. About the job 5 days a week Traditional

Production Administrator, Bespoke Quarter LTD, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

Production Administrator Bespoke Quarter LTD Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Based in the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, Bespoke Quarter was established in 2021 and has grown considerably over the past 4 years. Through the use of modern manufacturing techniques and traditional craftsmanship, we create one off pieces to the highest quality. We have a fully equipped onsite workshop where no job is too complicated for us to undertake. Currently we are seeking a production administrator to assist with the day-to-day operations of the business. This will be a varied role where you will work alongside the workshop and office, to help

CV Audit

Need some help putting your CV together? Have a one hour 1-2-1 with Benchpeg’s Rebecca spent going through your CV getting it optimised for your next career move. Rebecca has 25 years worth of experience in the craft and industry and has helped individuals find their next job move for over 18 years. Having given CV Audits at shows like International Jewellery London, the Goldsmiths’ Company’s Getting Started course, the GIA’s Careers Fair and the School of Jewellery – Birmingham’s Connect Careers event, Rebecca is used to assessing how to optimise a professional CV for targeted career moves. The session www.paypal.com

Jewellery Designer, Hallmark Jewellers - Titchfield, Hampshire

Jewellery Designer Hallmark Jewellers Titchfield, Hampshire Hallmark Jewellers is an Independent Jeweller in Titchfield, Hampshire. Over our 30 years, we have grown to become a highly respected centre of jewellery excellence and are well known for our amazing team and stunning location. Our unique building, in this historical village, is also home to our Bistro, “The Wine Garden”. www.hallmark-jewellers.com As our business continues to expand, we have an exciting job opportunity for a Jewellery Designer. Our busy shop handles a wide range of jewellery designs, for customer commissions, occasion pieces and our own ranges. The successful candidate will be working

Cad / Design Intern, Pruden and Smith Ltd - Ditchling, East Sussex

The Role CAD / Design Intern Pruden and Smith Ltd Ditchling, East Sussex (Nr Brighton) Paid 6 month Internship potential for ongoing employment We are looking for a Jewellery Designer to work 5 days a week (Tuesday to Saturday) in the village of Ditchling near Brighton. This is an exciting chance to be a part of a fast growing and award winning jewellery business. About the Job Daily tasks will include: In CAD: Modelling existing designs for the digital design library. In CAD: Modelling and costing existing designs with clients variations after or during client appointments. Conducting client consultations and

Silent Protest - Political Jewellery by Mahtab Hanna

Silent Protest Political Jewellery by Mahtab Hanna Silent Protest is an interactive, thought-provoking and controversial show that fuses wearable art with social commentary. Political jewellery is about perspective: the ability to transform an individual’s or group’s isolation and pessimism into a method of communication, to bring people together to share values, beliefs or ideals, in a single action. War, identity, gender and consciousness are important themes within politics and therefore translate into interpreting political jewellery as progressive, oppressive or radical. The beliefs of many can be divided: those who have invented messages, the patrons of the jewellery; those whose job

Q&A: Jos Skeates

Jos Skeates a Goldsmith and the Co-Founder, along with wife Alison, of the leading, multi award winning, Central London jewellery boutique EC One the Jewellers. He is also the Chairman of the Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council. He answers the Benchpeg Q&A. What’s your name, and what do you for a living? JS: Jos Skeates, Goldsmith and owner of E.C.One the Jewellers. How did you come to work in the jewellery industry? JS: Total chance. I was looking for a summer job when I was sixteen and saw an advert for an apprentice Diamond Mounter. I’ve never looked back. How

Delicate Delights for November Nights

If there ever was a time of year to go big, bold and all things beautiful, the season of sugar and spice and all things nice most definitely hits the mark! As invitations of Christmas nights of festive fun and mischief begin to flock your inbox, it's time to add a bejewelled touch of delicate glitz, glamour and charm! As the winter nights grow colder and daylight hours go to bed far too early, it's our job to inject the sizzling heat and fire of festive finery with a treasure trove of flamboyant sparkle and delightfully delicate statement jewels, guaranteed

Sarah Salmon

Meet Benchpeg's Trends Editor. She makes up part of the team that bring the Benchpeg website, newsletter and social media feeds to our lovely readers, subscribers and followers Sarah Salmon Trends Editor Sarah has a natural flair for creativity and design, and is our trends and blog guru. She manages Benchpeg's weekly trends and fashion content . Her full time job is as a Digital Marketing Executive in the Educational Sector. Previously she worked as the Editorial and Digital Assistant at Gem-A , where she worked on Gem-A's Gems & Jewellery and The Journal of Gemmology publications as well as on

From Inspiration to Innovation Breakfast Event

From Inspiration To Innovation Breakfast! A Jewellery Collective Event 8 -10am, Thursday 19th September Hatton Garden, London Complimentary Breakfast From Inspiration to Innovation Breakfast Event ! This event is brought to you in partnership with Hatton Garden BID A captivating keynote and panel discussion featuring leading figures from the world of jewellery. Come and gain insights, get inspired, and discover how to transform your creative vision into reality. Co Founder of Dower & Hall Dan Dower has 40 + years experience at the bench, design desk and latterly the computer doing 3D design. Always learning, experimenting and practicing his skills,

PRESS RELEASE: Sixpences made from recycled silver pass the Trial of the Pyx

A limited run of collectible sixpences made from X-Ray silver are among the coins that have passed the Trial of the Pyx, one of the UK’s oldest judicial processes.  The 700-year-old process aims to protect consumers by upholding the quality of the nation’s coinage through rigorous testing – as important today as it was at the first recorded public trial in 1248. The Verdict is the last stage of the Trial, which was opened in February and is presided over by the King’s Remembrancer, Senior Master (Jeremy David) Cook of the Kings’ Bench Division of the High

Goldsmith, Nicholas Wylde -Bristol

Goldsmith Nicholas Wylde Bristol Wylde jewellers are recognised to be one of the leading designer jewellers in the South West specialising in delivering stunning individual pieces of jewellery and providing a highly reputable standard of service in the beautiful cities of Bath and Bristol. We are looking for a full time Goldsmith to join us in our workshop located in Clifton, Bristol. The candidate must have a good level of bench skills covering repairs, cleaning up and assembling castings and basic bespoke commissions. Setting skills would be an advantage but not essential. Good communication skills are very important, and be

Classifieds

Classifieds feature second-hand tools and equipment, bench space to rent, services offered and even established jewellery businesses for sale... Beware of scammers! Be sure that you are comfortable and safe with to whom you are communicating over email... How to submit a listing To submit a listing, please email classifieds@benchpeg.com with a title, description, cost, location, unlimited images and your full contact details. A classified listing includes approximately one month on the website and one week highlighted in the newsletter (10,000 subscribers). Full contact details are used for invoicing purposes only, only a name, phone number and/or email address will be used

Kirby Street Workshop Space to Rent

Workshop Space To Rent Space is available! in our newly designed and refurbished stunning and friendly workshop in Kirby Street next to Hatton Garden and the Assay Office with 2 benches currently available to rent - don't miss out! Rent includes all usual workshop facilities PLUS : Air conditioning, shared use of : Professional safe, Client office, Fully equipped Kitchen, Laser welder, Polishing machine, Sonic, Steamer, Barrel, Rhodium, Free standing mills, Ring stretcher and more. Rent per bench £400 PCM . For more information or to arrange a viewing by appointment, contact Jason on 0208 050 7501 or email us

Freelance Jewellery / CAD Senior Designer

Freelance Jewellery / CAD Senior Designer As a Senior CAD Designer, I have a background in bench working and handmade jewellery design, which means I fully appreciate the intricacies of creating jewellery. I am experienced in creating and preparing designs for all types of rings, settings, earrings, brooches, bangles and pendants. I specialise in designing bespoke jewellery for designers, jewellers and manufacturers, which means I know how a CAD design must be developed in order to succeed and flourish during the next phases of manufacture. Preparation and planning always pays off during the prototyping and casting phases, so my thorough

Advertise with Benchpeg

Benchpeg is probably the widest read UK jewellery trade website and newsletter. Established over 18 years ago, Benchpeg is written by jewellers, for jewellers; bringing together industry jobs, opportunities, news and classifieds in one place. We have a number of services to trade and industry we offer, gained from 25 years + in the sector. Request our advertising Rate Card here Recruitment, Talent Aquisition & CV Writing Services With an unrivalled industry network, spanning all areas of industry from Head Office, Design and Studio based personnel, retail sales staff to skilled crafts people at the bench in the workshop –

PRESS RELEASE: Plumpton College - A hands on Level 2 jewellery course based in technical and real world skills

At Plumpton College, the Level 2 Jewellery Making program (Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Creative Craft (Heritage & Traditional Crafts)) is a comprehensive and hands on curriculum that covers skills such as drawing, jewellery fabrication, design development, and TIG welding. This well rounded approach ensures learners not only master the technical aspects of jewellery production but also develop a strong artistic foundation and the ability to communicate their ideas visually. Technical and Practical Mastery We have a strong emphasis on introducing technical and practical mastery from the very beginning of the jewellery making program. Students are encouraged to develop hands Bench

PRESS RELEASE: The Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council welcomes four new council members

The prestigious Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council (GC&DC) has announced the appointment of four new Council Members, further strengthening the organisation’s breadth of expertise across craftsmanship, education, design and industry leadership. Following an open call that attracted an exceptionally high standard of applications, the GC&DC has welcomed Andrew Berry, Lili Capelle, Rebecca Joselyn and Ray Walton to its Council. Each brings a distinctive perspective shaped by decades of hands-on experience at the bench, in education, and in leadership roles across the jewellery and silversmithing sector. Andrew Berry is a goldsmith and educator who has run his own retail shop and

Jewellers’ quick reference guide to working with gemstones by Sally Spencer FGA DGA

Jewellers, have you ever experienced that heart-stopping moment when you've accidently damaged a gemstone? As a gemmologist & jeweller, I understand the frustration & potential financial loss when a gemstone is damaged. This guide is specifically designed for jewellers, sharing valuable gemmological information to help prevent costly mishaps. Keep this guide on your bench as a quick reference when designing, setting or working on any piece of jewellery. Covering a wide range of gemstones, from common amethyst to rarer sillimanite, this resource provides crucial information on each stone's durability . Further information includes: Will a gemstone survive contact with

Benchpeg turns 18!

Unbelievably ( to us ) t his February, the 6th to be exact, Benchpeg turned 18. Benchpeg was formed back in 2006, in an environment where the jewellery, silver and allied trades faced myriad challenges such as fragmentation and lack of interconnectivity and when digital media was in its infancy. Yes, we’re that old. We hope that we have helped address some of those issues over the last 18 years. We couldn't have made it this far down the road without our fantastic community of jewellers, retailers, makers, silversmiths, educators, those at the bench and those in the background, the

PRESS RELEASE: Andrea Lucille Pooler Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds and S.N.J Creations

Andrea Lucille Pooler Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds and S.N.J Creations Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds, and S.N.J. Creations are pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Lucille Pooler as Chief Operating Officer for the group’s divisions. With more than 25 years of experience in the jewelry industry, Pooler combines strategic leadership with a deep understanding of both the artistry and business of fine jewelry. Her expertise spans manufacturing, retail, and wholesale channels, bridging creative direction with data-driven execution to help jewelry companies grow with structure and purpose. Andrea began her career as a bench jeweler and

PRESS RELEASE: Andrea Lucille Pooler Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds and S.N.J Creations

Q&A: Jacqueline Mina (DES RCA) OBE

Jacqueline Mina is one of the most significant goldsmiths in the UK today. Known best for her precise technical ability at the bench, meticulous crafted construction processes and predisposition of surface pattern using precious metals and fusion inlay. Her pieces have an unmistakable aesthetic with thoughtful use of form, line and pattern always interrogating the interplay of the surface to create wearable timeless pieces. As well as a practicing goldsmith, Mina was a lecturer at the Royal College of Art from 1972 until 1994 and was an important influence on many practicing jewellers today. She has been recognised with solo

Professional Development Courses at the Goldsmiths' Centre

The Goldsmiths’ Centre in Clerkenwell is the leading charity for the professional training of goldsmiths. Join our new network, Link at the Goldsmiths’ Centre, for the industry and wider design community by registering for free today. You will be amongst the first to hear about what’s on via our members’ e-newsletter; get priority tickets for in-demand short courses and specialist events; and receive exclusive benefits, including private view invitations and discounts from our café, Bench. Link up as a member at www.goldsmiths-centre.org and discover our packed programme on offer this season: SILVER SPEAKS: FORM Until Fri 23 September 2016 Mon

Sparking Christmas at NumberNinetyFour - London, E2

NumberNinetyFour is a jewellery shop set on Columbia Road in Shoreditch in the East End of London, famous for it's Sunday flower market and range of independent shops and galleries. Owner, jeweller Simon Rees, has been creating beautiful pieces for over twenty five years. He now designs and makes wonderful bespoke jewellery from his bench at NumberNinetyFour, specialising in engagement, wedding and partnership rings. Alongside Simon's work, NumberNinetyFour showcases the work of exciting contemporary jewellery designers. Regularly transforming the space, each group or artist exhibit in the shop from one to three months. Dates : 7 – 24 December 2016

Production Co-Ordinator, Ino Creative - Baldwin's Gardens, London

🔍 Production Co-Ordinator 🌟🚀 Ino Creative 📍 Studio Lg16 The Record Hall, Baldwin's Gardens, London, England 💼 Job Type: Full time 🌱 Experience Level: Senior Level 💰 Salary: Competitive salary package 🌟🚀 About Ino Creative Ltd 🌟🚀 📣 INO CREATIVE LTD is a fast-growing jewellery manufacturing house offering end-to-end production under one roof — from CAD design, 3D printing, and casting through to mounting, setting, laser engraving, and finishing. We work with independent designers, established brands, and trade clients across the UK, combining traditional craftsmanship with the latest manufacturing technology. We're not standing still. Our capabilities are expanding, our team is growing,