Assistant Manager- Manual Jewellery Designer

Job Title: Assistant Manager Manual Jewellery Designer

Reporting: Lead Designer

Location: Mumbai

Company: Walking Tree Ventures

About Us

Walking Tree is a leading global jewellery design, innovation and consumer thinking group, with both B2B and B2C verticals. Established  in 2010, we have experienced rapid growth, with a diverse team of over 2500 members globally across Mumbai, Paris, Geneva, New York, Hongkong & China The group has exceptional capabilities in luxury, premium as well as mass manufacturing, and offers a range of products, services and solutions tailored to its global network of retailers, brands and designers.

 Our  brands, Aneka & Unsaid are today redefining the codes of new luxury, and making waves across the world with their path breaking creations, storytelling, and immersive retail experiences. Together, the brands boast flagship stores in Paris, Mumbai & Bangalore and are also featured  in some of the prestigious  department stores like Le Printemps, Dover Street Market, SAKS Fifth Avenue and other leading specialty watch and jewellery retailers.

Our leadership brings a diverse & rich blend of expertise to the group  with Ankit Mehta serving as the CEO, Sanket Jhaveri, CEO of the B2B business, Philippe Nobile Chairman, Unsaid & Aneka. The group is backed   by families with a legacy spanning over four  generations in the gems and jewellery industry, combining heritage with forward thinking leadership to drive innovation and success. 

Why Join Us?

The Walking Tree Ecosystem thrives on  an eclectic mix of talent, united by their shared mission  to  make jewellery relevant and desirable for the evolving new consumer. 

We were built from an ideology of making a difference. And our culture is what keeps us rooted in our ideologies. We offer a culture that encourages creativity, fuels innovation, imbibes sustainable practices and emphasizes sensitivity to our people and our consumers. 

We  are seeking individuals with a consumer centric mindset, passion for product, design and innovation, and who are willing to challenge the status quo!

If you are driven by a  burning desire to make a difference, embrace  risks, and find purpose and growth in your work, then we warmly invite you to join us in shaping the future of jewellery. 

To learn more about us, browse our website links below: 

About the role

As an Assistant Manager Manual Jewellery Designer you would be responsible for leading and developing innovative manual jewellery designs while overseeing the design process from concept to final product. This role also involves managing the design team, ensuring designs align with the brand aesthetics and market trends and collaborating with production teams.

Key Responsibilities

·      Translate creative briefs into detailed manual sketches that reflect brand aesthetics and craftsmanship

·      Create highly detailed and aesthetically appealing manual sketches and illustrations of jewellery designs

·      Research and identify emerging trends in jewellery design, materials, and techniques, incorporating them into new collections while maintaining brand consistency

·      Manage resource allocation and project timelines for the manual design team

·      Work cross-functionally with different teams to understand market needs and incorporate feedback into design concepts

·      Oversee the design execution process and ensure designs are produced accurately

Key Requirements

·      Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Jewellery Design, Fine Arts, or a related field with a focus on manual sketching.

·      7-8 years or experience in manual jewellery or accessory design

·      Strong artistic sensibility with a keen eye for aesthetics, composition and proportion

·      Passionate about design and aware of evolving trends in fine jewellery.

·      Ability to work in a fast paced environment

At Walking Tree, we pride ourselves on our inclusive, collaborative, and innovative culture. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, inspired, and empowered. We encourage creativity and value the unique perspectives of all team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

We offer a wide range of benefits to support our team, including:

• Opportunity to work with international teams and some of the best talent in the world.

• Continuous learning opportunities.

• Opportunities for internal growth and promotions within the company.

• Employee discount on company products and merchandise.

We are committed to upholding our core values of integrity, respect, and excellence, and we seek to reflect these in every interaction, both internally and externally.