A Gemmologist / High Jewellery Back Office

About the job

On behalf of one of our clients, a recognised player in the world of high jewellery, we are looking for a Gemmologist / High Jewellery Back Office to strengthen their team.

Role:

• Full-time position (100%)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Start date: ideally 1st December 2026 or to be agreed
• Workplace: Geneva

Your role:

Within a small structure of fewer than 10 employees, you will participate in the management and monitoring of the production of high jewellery pieces. You will act as the interface between internal teams, partners, workshops and suppliers to ensure the smooth progress of each stage of their creation, providing your gemmological expertise throughout the project. The main responsibilities related to this position include:

• Participating in the management of high jewellery projects in their entirety, from launch to delivery, coordinating the various stakeholders and ensuring the monitoring of manufacturing stages;
• Selecting and inspecting precious stones, particularly in terms of quality, compliance and traceability;
• Coordinating the follow-up of certificates with gemmological laboratories (GIA, SSEF, Gübelin, GRS…)
• Checking the conformity of pieces upon return from the workshop (stones, hallmarks, etc.) before delivery;
• Monitoring manufacturing deadlines with partner workshops;
• Ensuring the rigorous entry and exit recording of stones in the system to guarantee traceability;
• Preparing the quotation for each project by pricing the stones and manufacturing costs, in liaison with partner workshops;
• Ensuring the reliability and monitoring of data related to projects, stocks, flows and costs in the ERP;
• Participating in other tasks depending on needs and the evolution of the position.

Profile sought:

• You hold a certified qualification in gemmology, ideally a GIA certification (Graduate Gemologist) or equivalent;
• You have proven professional experience, ideally in the world of high jewellery, jewellery, watchmaking or a demanding production environment;
• You are fluent in French and have an excellent level of English (minimum C1);
• You are comfortable with IT tools and ERPs.

Additionally, you:

• Demonstrate good team spirit;
• Are meticulous and pay great attention to detail;
• Show a sense of priorities;
• Have a good aesthetic sense;
• A creative mind is an asset.

We offer:

• A position with responsibilities within a small team;
• A rewarding, varied job in an exceptional environment;
• Excellent working conditions and attractive social benefits.

Interested candidates, Swiss nationals or holders of a valid permit, should send their complete application file including cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas and work certificates (in case of a positive outcome, extract from the criminal record, certificate of good conduct, non-prosecution certificate, etc.) before 30th November 2026.

Only complete applications submitted via jobup.com and matching the profile will be considered.