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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.

Full Time Mounter, Diamond Avenue - Hatotn Garden, London

Full Time Mounter DiamondAvenue Ltd Hatton Garden, London We are looking for a Mounter to join us full time, 5 days a week in our   Greville Street, Hatton Garden HQ. Must be able to use Laser. Must have 5 years experience, We offer: Good / Friendly Environment Competitive Wage Paid Holidays Paid Pension To apply, please contact us on 07494119405 or send us your CV and covering note by using the application form below. About Us We are a Hatton Garden workshop based on Greville Street, London.   Apply Now Applying for a job on Benchpeg is easy. All

Diamond Mounter Available to Work

Diamond Mounter available to work 2-3 days in London a week I am a very confident Diamond Mounter and work to a very high standard. I trained at E. Wolfe & Co and completed my 5 year long apprenticeship there under The Goldsmiths’ Company apprenticeship scheme. I have now been a Diamond Mounter for 9 years. I am very organised, can work under pressure, can solve problems and have lots of experience dealing with clients. Please contact me if you have a position suitable, I have lots of pictures of my work and can provide a reference. Please contact: info@chloemayjewellery.co.uk

Classically trained Diamond Mounter seeks work

Classically trained Diamond Mounter seeks work I am looking for part time work only based in London or the south east (I am from Canterbury, Kent) handling diamonds and gemstones. I am a classically trained diamond mounter and completed a five year apprenticeship in Hatton garden through The Goldsmiths’ Company, I then worked in Paris making fine jewellery. I am looking to expand my knowledge in other areas of the industry especially gemstones. My number is 07712110557 and my email is  info@chloemayjewellery.co.uk www.chloemayjewellery.co.uk

Job Market Change: Apprenticeships are the new Educational Future

According to a new survey it was found that the UK is once again emerging as a hotbed for apprenticeships. Almost half (47%) of the respondents said they would accept an apprenticeship in their chosen field, given the opportunity.  In a job market where you can find opportunities on your Twitter feed and be formally interviewed via Skype, it’s little surprise that attitudes are changing as to how you gain employment. Working alongside universities, modern apprenticeships are making a mockery of the idea that academic progression and hands-on experience are mutually exclusive. Young people can learn on-the-job, whilst studying in

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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

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LEARN: To Make As Tapered Collet With Justin Wilson

LEARN: To Make As Tapered Collet With Justin Wilson Date:  Monday 20 February, 2023 Start Time:  12.30pm End Time : 3.00pm Venue : FORGE Cost: £60 Justin Wilson has been a Hatton Garden diamond mounter for nearly 40 years. He will show you all the skills you need to make a tapered collet – from measuring your stone, making a template, bending up, forming, and soldering!  Not to mention enlightening you to all his valuable tips and tricks! For more details and to book:  theforgespace.com/products/learn-to-tapered-collet-20-feb

Workshop Benches To Rent

Workshop Benches To Rent - London  WC1N *Only 2 Benches Remaining* Modern 1st fl. Large space with lots of natural daylight. Air Conditioning Use of workshop tools incl. laser Good security, alarmed safes etc Discreet location Wi-Fi Shared kitchen & w/c Shower Bike park Based off Greys Inn Road 5 min walk to Hatton Garden £300 pcm One-month deposit in advance Potential work for suitable Mounter / Setter Contact  mark.soley@dasoley.co.uk

Laser Welding Workshop

Laser Welding Workshop at FORGE Monday 11 March, 10am-1pm OR 2pm -5pm £85 Join us at FORGE for our Laser Welding workshop taught by expert diamond mounter Justin Wilson and supported by Freeform Fabrication. No previous experience required. Learn from the best with Justin Wilson, who brings 40 years of mounting experience and a decade of laser welding expertise to the table. You’re in capable hands! In this workshop, you’ll uncover invaluable tips and tricks for laser welding, from attaching earring posts to repairing diamond ring claws and welding shanks. It will open up a world of possibilities to you

Production Planning Manager – Manufacturing (Maternity Cover), Asprey - London

The role Production Planning Manager – Manufacturing (Maternity Cover)   Asprey West London (W6) Asprey London Limited has an opportunity for an experienced Production Planning Manager – Manufacturing to join their team. Job Purpose     The Production Planning Manager – Manufacturing is responsible for ensuring an efficient production process, resulting in orders being delivered on time and to budget. Providing support to the Senior Manufacturing Workshop Manager and ensuring department administration runs smoothly. Overview of Responsibilities 1 Production Management: Implement best standards in external purchasing for internal production, outsourcing of overflow orders and incorporation of third-party specialist sourced products or subcomponent parts.

Jewellery Administrator, Greenspark - Wilmslow, Cheshire

The role Jewellery Administrator (P/T) Greenspark Wilmslow, Cheshire We are a well established fine jewellery, diamond and gemstone manufacturer and wholesaler based near Manchester Airport.  As Jewellery Manufacturers and Diamond & Gemstone Merchants we have the resources available to scour the world markets for our stock selection and for our customers individual requirements. With an expansion plan in place we are now looking for a bright and motivated individual to join our small team on a part time basis as a Jewellery Administrator. About the Job Role involves the following as a guideline: Basic every day admin Recording post received and processing

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

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

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

The Benevolent Society bestow 50 goodwill hampers to beneficiaries

The Benevolent Society were delighted to identify up to 50 of their hardest up and longest standing beneficiaries and to send to each of them this week a beautiful hamper full of goodies as a timely reminder that they have not been forgotten. The Society issued a statement which said: "With all of the talk of worldwide pandemic, economic disaster, job losses, the NHS being overwhelmed, it is important that we do not forget those that have gone before us and contributed so much to making our great industries what they are today." Simon Dawe the BenSoc Chairman said: “It

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

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

The Jewellery Industry Salary and Benefits Survey 2017

The National Association of Jewellers has launched its  Jewellery Industry Sa lary and Benefits Survey 2017 which will be open until the 1 August .   The survey will be used to allow businesses to  benchmark themselves against the national wage average across industry. The questions include salary brackets, benefits and rewards across the wide range of job functions and craft skills associated with our sector. Only survey participants will have access to the detailed results where a ll individual responses will be confidential.   Understanding the current market r ates for salaries and wages is  vital as it will

Sarah Millsop to join Create and Craft TV as Craft Ambassador

Create and Craft are proud to announce that jewellery expert Sarah Millsop has joined them to become a Craft Ambassador. Sarah joins other crafting experts including the ‘The Crafty Beggars’ Wendy Turner-Webster and Julie Peasgood, Mich Turner MBE,  Cassie Brown and Sarah Hurley. Sarah’s love and passion for jewellery making started 16 years ago as she took up jewellery demonstrating at her local craft store as weekend work whilst she studied at college. From there she began to teach Jewellery making courses at a local college and for the past 6 years has taken on the full time job of

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

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

NPD CAD Designer, Domino Jewellery - Birmingham B18 6LT

The role NPD CAD Designer Domino Jewellery Birmingham B18 6LT Salary:            Negotiable / dependent on experience Hours:            Negotiable, Standard 37.5 hours per week, 08:00-04:00  Job Type       Permanent, full-time  Holidays:       24 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays                        (able to buy or sell an additional 5 days per year) Benefits:        Workplace pension with Scottish Widows                        Life assurance (4x gross annual salary)