Join us for our 2026 Careers Day!

Birmingham Assay Office is set to welcome the next generation of talent to its annual Careers Day on 26 March, offering a unique opportunity to explore careers in jewellery and precious metals.

Designed to inspire and inform, the event will feature a packed programme of expert talks, interactive exhibits and hands-on workshops, giving attendees an insight into the wide range of career paths available within the jewellery industry.

The Careers Day is open to:

  • Students aged 15 and over
  • Individuals of any age already in the workplace and considering a career change
  • Those looking to transfer existing skills into the jewellery and precious metals sector


In addition to the main programme, visitors will have the opportunity to view The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Winners Exhibition 2025/26, which will be on display at Birmingham Assay Office.

Birmingham Assay Office is proud to be collaborating with local industry and educational partners on the Careers Day:

  • The Goldsmiths’ Company
  • The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council
  • Aston University Engineering Academy
  • Birmingham City University
  • The National Association of Jewellers
  • The Jewellery Quarter Business Improvement District

Birmingham Assay Office will be joined by an impressive lineup of industry bodies and employers at the event, with exhibition stands from:

  • The Goldsmiths’ Company
  • The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council
  • Aston University Engineering Academy
  • Birmingham City University
  • The National Association of Jewellers
  • Bespoke Quarter
  • The British Academy of Jewellery
  • Hockley Mint
  • The Institute of Professional Goldsmiths
  • JewelCast
  • JQV Gems
  • Lunt’s Castings
  • MasterMelt
  • Sally Leonard
  • TH March


With more to be announced…

And talks from:

  • Gary Wroe, Hockley Mint
  • Andrew Cowley, Bespoke Quarter
  • The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council
  • Peter Crump, Vipa

With more to be announced…

Attendees will gain first-hand insight into training routes, apprenticeships, higher education options and real-world career experiences, all within the operational setting of Birmingham Assay Office.

Registration is now open.
To secure a place, sign up here

Or to attend as part of a group, email Birmingham Assay Office at: marketingcampaigns@theassayoffice.co.uk

 

Date: 26 March

Time: 10am-3pm

Location: Birmingham Assay Office, Icknield Street, B18 6RZ

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