RS Stoll & Company International is recruiting for a Watchmaker/Technician of Authentication.
Based in Central London and on a full time, permanent basis, the role will require the authentication of a wide range of luxury brands such as Rolex, Omega, Cartier, Breitling, Hublot.
Described as a “unique and exciting opportunity to work with a global leader of authentication and watch repair services,” Stoll & Co were established in 1892 and are seen as a leading provider of watch repair services to watch manufacturers, retail jewellers, consumers, and are the Global Authentication partner for ebay.
The business confirmed that the successful applicant will be working with state-of-the-art facilities and using the newest and most advanced technical equipment.
Stille & Co explained: “We offer a very competitive salary, pension scheme, as well as personal development and training opportunities within an expanding small team environment.”
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supporting the head watchmaker with authenticating watch movements, components, and external parts.
- Data entry and logistics.
- Handling, examining, detailed inspection of luxury timepieces.
- Authentication of components
- Pressure testing.
- Bracelet removal.
- Watch case back removal and movement inspection.
- Function and complications testing.
- Gasket replacing.
- Cleaning, high pressure steam cleaning.
- Working towards and achieving departmental targets
- Maintain a high level of work.
Profile:
- Ideally holding a horological watchmaking qualification such as WOSTEP / BHI or Swiss watchmaking qualification and training.
- Professional / career level watchmaking experience (Swiss / luxury brand preferable)
- Minimum GCSE level qualifications.
- Commercial awareness.
- Passion for watches / luxury timepieces.
- Able to prioritize and plan.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work flexibly, to embrace change and to work as part of a team.
- You are self- driven, show initiative and enthusiasm.
- Good knowledge of MS office tools.
- Excellent organizational skills, structured approach to work.
- A passion for delivering exceptional service.
- Professional with a high level of appreciation and care for luxury timepieces.
Reporting:
Dual reporting to UK Operations Manager for Day to Day responsibilities and Head Watchmaker of Authentication for technical support.
CVs can be sent to Linda Brandwood – lbrandwood@sciauthentication.com
