Richemont Craftmanship Program (UAE Nationals only)

As leaders of luxury, Richemont is the owner of prestigious and reputable Maisons, recognised for their excellence in jewellery, watches, fashion and accessories, and distinguished by their craftsmanship and creativity.

Richemont’s Craftsmanship Program is the first of its kind; this is a unique opportunity specially designed for bright, dynamic talents who have a passion for the art and technical process of fine jewellery and timepieces.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will be the point of contact for technical and intervention linked questions by clients and colleagues within the boutique. Product analysis and quotation – including service, options, pricing lead times. Provide repairs with quality and quantity within the promised lead times for: Watches: complete services – bracelet strap services, battery replacements, cleaning, maintenance service and polishing. Jewellery: Services supporting confirmed sales, care services, shining/cleaning, chain and ring sizing, quick repairs, polishing, earring adjustments, clasp replacements, component exchange, engraving/engraving removal. Adopt the most effective and efficient methods to reduce the time spent on each intervention and quality-control tasks.

THE PROGRAM:

This is an 8-month structured training workshop, based in the UAE, where you will also have the opportunity to travel to the homes of the Maison’s, in France and Switzerland. Here you will learn the fundamentals of watchmaking and jewellery before transitioning to the Boutique to apply the theory and develop your skills on-site. In partnership with the Cartier Institute, we will ensure you have the skills and experience to craft our watches and jewellery of the future!

EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:

1. Basic understanding of guidelines, technical sheets/manuals and mechanics/mechanisms
2. 0-2 years’ work experience
3. Language requirement: Proficiency in English & Arabic
4. Computer skills: Microsoft office, CAD designing (optional)
5. UAE National & Family book

SKILLS & BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES:

1. Demonstrates learning agility and leadership potential.
2. Creative minded, meticulous with precise manual abilities.
3. Analytically-sharp, problem solver and results driven.
4. High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Curiously interested about jewellery and passionate about jewellery and/or watchmaking
6. Constantly seeks feedback and determined to work on areas of development through the course of the program.
7. Demonstrates the highest levels of work ethics and personal integrity.