So, you have followed our advice for writing an impressive CV and you have secured an interview for that dream jewellery job! You are preparing well for the questions you might be asked and practicing your answers for every possible question that you can think of!!
Jewellery Stylist can reveal that there is often one part of the interview preparation process that many of us fail to address. Think first impressions…. they really do count, particularly for customer facing roles. The way you present yourself for a jewellery job interview can really set the tone for the interview and can alter an interviewers first impression of you.
Dressing well for a jewellery job interview means dressing appropriately. This, coupled with your body language, is how your prospective employer sees you. According to recent research for the Department for Work and Pensions, UK jobseekers are prepared to spend in the region of £75 on their image for a job interview although you don’t need to spend a lot of money to ensure you look smart for your jewellery job interview!
Interview Style Advice from celebrity stylist Nicky Hambleton-Jones:
Don’t go over board. Being bold will make you memorable, and a bright coloured tie or shoes can be just the thing to keep you in the interviewer’s memory, but make sure it’s within limits.
You want to be remembered as confident and employable, not with horror. You may have great legs, but this is not the moment to display them; short skirts are out when it comes to interviews. Women who are used to wearing a lot of make up should consider toning it down for an interview. Similarly men should hold back on excessive amounts of hair gel.
Substance also counts. Looking good is key but you’ll need the confidence to carry it off. Confidence comes with knowing your game.
Looking good makes you feel confident which is vital when attending your jewellery job vacancy. However, it is extremely important to dress to fit the jewellery vacancy you are applying for! Research the role and assess what is appropriate for the jewellery position and, most importantly, what fits the style of the company you wish to join!









Today, one of the most powerful sales assets that an individual can possess within the jewellery and watch trade are relevant qualifications. Research has shown that recruiters actively seek to recruit candidates that hold qualifications that are related to the trade, not only does this enhance existing product knowledge, but arms their business with staff that are truly confident in selling products effectively, without the fear of being asked a question that they will struggle to answer.
So you increased turnover on your department from £2 million to £4 million did you? And you also ensured consistent sales growth year on year by 20% as well? Impressive stuff! What’s more, you were responsible for repairing luxury watch brands on site and you have a certificate in JET 1&2?
other positions in your field and judged it accordingly?

