MASTER JEWELER and CUSTOM DESIGNER

Bailey's Fine Jewelry; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Private studio environment

Job summary

Bailey's Fine Jewelry in Raleigh, NC, seeks an exceptional jeweler and designer to join our private Corporate Studio away from the retail floor. You will design and produce high-end, one-of-a-kind pieces from concept through completion using traditional craftsmanship with CAD/CAM tools.

You'll work closely with Bailey's ownership on our growing private-label collection, developing pieces that express your creativity and craftsmanship while maintaining Bailey's standards.

Qualifications

• Exceptional bench-jeweler with advanced goldsmithing skills.
• Excellent stone-setting, fabrication and finishing capabilities.
• Strong CAD/CAM design skills using Rhino, Matrix, MatrixGold.
• Deep understanding of jewelry construction and manufacturing.
• Ability to take an idea from sketch to finished piece.
• Portfolio demonstrating craftsmanship and original designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce exceptional custom jewelry from concept through completion.
• Create important one-of-a-kind pieces for Bailey's clients.
• Perform advanced goldsmithing, fabrication, stone setting and finishing.
• Translate original concepts into precise, production-ready CAD/CAM designs.
• Collaborate directly with Bailey's ownership on special pieces and new collections.
• Help develop Bailey's private-label jewelry line.
• Experiment with new designs, techniques and ideas.
• Create pieces that may ultimately be sold across multiple Bailey's locations.
• Practice your craft in a dedicated studio environment designed for concentration and creativity.

Skills

Exceptional bench-jeweler

Advanced goldsmithing

Independent thinker

Tools

Rhino

Matrix

MatrixGold

Job description

You became a jeweler to create—not to spend your day being interrupted.

If you're an accomplished jeweler, you probably know the frustration.

You're in the middle of intricate bench work and someone needs a repair. A salesperson has a question. A customer is waiting. The phone rings. Another rush job appears.

The craftsmanship you love requires concentration—but the traditional retail jewelry environment rarely gives you enough of it.

At Bailey's Fine Jewelry, we've created something different.

We're looking for an exceptional jeweler and designer to join our private Corporate Studio in Raleigh, North Carolina - away from the retail sales floor and the daily interruptions of a jewelry store.

No retail counter.

No stream of salespeople interrupting your bench.

Very little direct customer interaction.

Instead, you'll have the space and time to do what exceptional jewelers do best: Design. Create. Experiment. And make extraordinary jewelry.

THIS IS NOT A TYPICAL BENCH JEWELER POSITION

This role is designed for an accomplished craftsperson who wants to take their career—and their creativity—to another level.

You'll create one-of-a-kind, high-end custom pieces from concept through completion, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern CAD/CAM technology.

But there's another opportunity that makes this role particularly unusual.

You’ll work directly with Bailey's ownership to help design and develop our growing Bailey's private-label jewelry collection - pieces that can ultimately be introduced across our stores and become part of the creative identity of a 78-year-old family jewelry company.

We don't want someone simply executing work orders.

We want an artist, craftsperson and designer who has ideas of their own.

If there's a piece you've always wanted to create, we want to hear about it.

If there's a design you believe should exist, show us.

If you've spent years developing your craft but haven't had the freedom or environment to see how far you can take it, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

WHAT YOU'LL CREATEYou'll Have The Opportunity To

• Design and produce exceptional custom jewelry from concept through completion
• Create important one-of-a-kind pieces for Bailey's clients
• Perform advanced goldsmithing, fabrication, stone setting and finishing
• Translate original concepts into precise, production-ready CAD/CAM designs
• Collaborate directly with Bailey's ownership on special pieces and new collections
• Help develop Bailey's private-label jewelry line
• Experiment with new designs, techniques and ideas
• Create pieces that may ultimately be sold across multiple Bailey's locations
• Practice your craft in a dedicated studio environment designed for concentration and creativity

What You Won't Be Doing

• You will not work on a retail sales floor.
• You will not spend your day being pulled away from your bench by sales associates.
• You will have very limited direct customer interaction.
• You will not be expected to constantly switch between creative work and the normal distractions of a busy jewelry store.

Our Goal Is Simple

Give an exceptional jeweler the environment to do exceptional work.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for demonstrated talent—not simply a certain number of years on a résumé.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Exceptional bench-jeweler and advanced goldsmithing skills
• Excellent stone-setting, fabrication and finishing capabilities
• Strong CAD/CAM design skills using Rhino, Matrix, MatrixGold or similar software
• A deep understanding of jewelry construction and manufacturing
• Strong creative instincts and an eye for proportion, detail and design
• The ability to take an idea from sketch or concept through a finished piece
• The confidence to work independently
• A genuine passion for fine jewelry and craftsmanship
• Most importantly, we want to see your work.

A portfolio demonstrating your craftsmanship, CAD ability and original designs will matter tremendously in our selection process.

WHY BAILEY'S?

Bailey's Fine Jewelry has been family-owned since 1948 and has grown into one of the Southeast's leading independent fine jewelers.

We believe extraordinary jewelry starts with extraordinary people.

You’ll work alongside an award-winning custom design team, have access to sophisticated technology and resources, and join a company willing to invest in both your craft and your growth.

But Perhaps The Biggest Benefit Is Something Much Simpler

We'll give you the opportunity to concentrate on making great jewelry.

AND WHY RALEIGH?

If this opportunity requires a move, Raleigh deserves a serious look.

The Milken Institute ranked Raleigh the #1 Best-Performing Large City in America in 2025, and Raleigh-Cary remains a Top-5 Best-Performing Large City in 2026.

Raleigh has also been recognized by Livability among America's Top 100 Best Places to Live, with a thriving economy, outstanding universities, excellent restaurants and culture, mild winters, and easy access to both North Carolina's mountains and coast.

It's a growing city with an exceptional quality of life—and a great place to build both a career and a life.

Compensation

$90,000-$125,000+ annually, depending on experience, craftsmanship and portfolio.

For an exceptional candidate, we're prepared to be flexible.

Relocation assistance is available.

READY TO DO THE BEST WORK OF YOUR CAREER?

If you're an exceptional jeweler who’s ever wished you could simply close the door, focus on your craft and create at the highest level—we'd like to meet you.

Come create something extraordinary with Bailey's.