Position Senior Jewellery Designer & Design Manager
Qualification Graduate/Postgraduate in Jewellery Design from a prestigiousinstitution (e.g., GIA, NID, IIGJ, or equivalent)Relevant Industry From Gems and Jewellery IndustriesJob Description / Responsibilities 1. Creative Direction & High Jewellery Design Lead and create original high jewellery designs, focusing onexceptional craftsmanship, rare gemstones, and sophisticatedaesthetics. Translate design briefs and brand ethos into unique,collectible jewellery pieces. Conceptualise and illustrate detailed sketches by hand anddigitally (using tools like Procreate or Adobe). Ensure all designs are aligned with the brand’s creativeidentity and values—timelessness, rarity, precision, andelegance. Research global design trends, historical references, and geminnovations to continually evolve the creative direction.
- Collection Development & Curation
Strategize and develop seasonal and capsule high jewellery
collections from ideation to final prototype. Design signature pieces that push the boundaries of designand highlight the brand’s storytelling and material excellence. Prepare curated capsule series for high jewellery events,bespoke clients, and private exhibitions.
- Client-Centric Custom Design
Directly handle bespoke design requests from VIP clients—
understand their preferences, lifestyle, and personal stories tocreate heirloom-quality pieces. Lead client-facing design consultations and presentationswhen required, with a deep understanding of ultra-high-net-worth expectations.
- Technical Development & CAD Oversight
Collaborate closely with CAD team and artisans to translate
hand-drawn concepts into technically sound andmanufacturable designs. Review and approve all CAD and 3D outputs, ensuringaccuracy of dimensions, stone settings, comfort, anddurability. Troubleshoot and optimise structural complexities, especiallyin high jewellery engineering.
- Team Management & Mentorship
Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of jewellery designers, CAD
modelers, and interns. Assign design tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timelydelivery of all design output. Conduct regular feedback sessions, skill-building workshops,and design reviews.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with merchandising, sourcing, marketing, and
production departments for smooth execution of collections. Work closely with gem sourcing teams to select rare andexceptional stones for key pieces. Liaise with the manufacturing team to oversee technicalfeasibility, fabrication nuances, and finishing quality.
- Brand Stewardship & Design Archiving
Serve as a guardian of the brand’s design heritage and visual
identity. Maintain a detailed archive of all original designs, sketches,prototypes, and final pieces. Ensure all creative work respects the exclusivity and rarity thatdefine the brand.
- Quality & Aesthetic Control
Inspect and evaluate the final products for aesthetic finesse,
proportion, symmetry, and visual balance. Provide creative inputs during the stone setting and finishingstages to maintain artistic integrity.
Identify and engage with master craftsmen, stone setters,
enamel artists, and specialty karigars for complex artisanalrequirements. Ensure design concepts are communicated with precision toensure quality in execution.
- Budget & Resource Planning
Assist in the allocation of design and production budgets
related to high jewellery pieces. Oversee design resource planning including referencematerials, prototyping tools, software upgrades, and artistmaterials.
- Merchandising, Stock & Asset Oversight (Newly Added Section)
Oversee and maintain the master inventory of all finishedjewellery pieces, gemstone assets, prototypes, and samplecollections stored at the design studio. Ensure meticulous documentation and tracking of all jewelleryassets—both creative and commercial—including tagging,valuation records, certifications, and photography. Manage the movement of jewellery pieces betweendepartments (design, production, marketing, boutique), andensure proper handover logs and approvals are maintained. Collaborate with merchandising and sales teams to align stockavailability with seasonal collection launches, trunk shows,and private viewings. Conduct periodic stock audits and reconciliation incoordination with accounts or finance, ensuring accuraterecords of both in-use and archived assets. Support internal merchandising decisions by providingcreative input on product assortment, pricing rationales, anddesign lifecycle management. Track the performance of key designs and collections to adviseon potential re-editions, re-interpretations, or repurposing ofunsold pieces. Maintain secure storage and access control protocols for allhigh-value pieces in the studio’s possession, ensuringcompliance with brand standards and insurancerequirements.
Essential Skills Exceptional Hand-sketching And Design Development Ability
Strong aesthetic judgement, with a refined eye for luxury, detail, andproportion Advanced understanding of jewellery construction, engineering, andfinishing Mastery of CAD tools (Rhino, Matrix, etc.) and Adobe Creative Suite Deep understanding of gemstones, diamond cuts, and stone settingtechniques Strong leadership, communication, and team mentoring skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple collections andtimelines Client-focused mindset with strong interpersonal and storytelling skills Absolute discretion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity whe Proven portfolio of original high jewellery creations Prior experience working with ultra-high-end clients or heritage/luxurybrands preferredCompensation range NegotiableLocation of posting Gurgaon, HaryanaSkills: merchandising,communication,management
