Assay Office Assistant - £27,674 p.a. (Full Time)

Written By Katie Henry

The London Assay Office is one of the oldest continually operating institutions in the UK, providing hallmarking and precious metal services since 1327. Today we combine heritage with innovation, supporting jewellers, designers, manufacturers, and global brands with world-class testing, marking, and customer service. We’re looking for a dedicated production assistant to join our team. This is not an administrative role; it is a hands-on production assistant position, focused on the practical aspects of the hallmarking process.

Salary

£27,674

Place of work

Goldsmiths’ Hall, London, EC2V 6BN

Role Purpose

At the Assay Office, we’re looking for a dedicated production assistant to join our team. This is not an administrative role; it is a hands-on production assistant position, focused on the practical aspects of the hallmarking process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the preparation, testing, marking, and packing of metal items submitted for hallmarking.

  • Ensure metal items meet required fineness before approval or rejection, in line with hallmarking legislation.

  • Follow customer instructions carefully and thoroughly understand specifications.

  • Work closely with your team to ensure high productivity and consistent quality.

  • Safely handle and test metal items, ensuring security and correct use of all tools and equipment.

  • Maintain a safe, secure, and organized working environment at all times.

  • Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and quality standards.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary of £27,674 per annum.

Progression Opportunities to increase your earnings as you develop in your role.

A wide range of Employee Benefits, including:

  • Employer Pension Contributions of up to 14%

  • Annual Leave starting at 20 days, increasing to 25 days (excluding bank holidays), plus 3 additional company shutdown days between Christmas and New Year

  • Retail Discounts for savings on your shopping

  • Enhanced Health Cash Plan for all staff (available after probation)

  • Dedicated 24/7 GP Service offering a digital-first, end-to-end healthcare service

  • Death In Service Cover (4x salary, increasing to 8x salary with pension plan participation)

  • Season Ticket Loan scheme to help with the cost of your commute

  • Cycle to Work Scheme for healthier travel options

  • Service Recognition – Celebrated after 1 year, with an opportunity for Freedom of The City after 10 years

  • Annual Staff Lunch Event – Held at the Goldsmith’s Company’s Glamourous Main Hall

  • Goldsmith’s Company is proud to be a London Living Wage employer, committed to ensuring fair pay for all our employees

Ideal Candidate

  • This is a production focused role – no experience in jewellery making is required.

  • Training will be fully provided, and we are committed to supporting your growth within the company.

  • You’ll be detail-oriented, with a keen eye for quality and a focus on following processes and instructions.

  • A team player who values safe working practices and is keen to contribute to the success of the team.

If you're looking for a rewarding job and are passionate about working in a dynamic environment with opportunities to progress within a reputable organisation, apply today, sending your CV and cover letter to jobs@thegoldsmiths.co.uk.

Closing date Friday 19 June 2026.

Katie Henry
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