RJC LEAD AUDITOR

RJC Lead Auditor – Precious Metals & Jewellery Sector

Location: Switzerland (with flexible operational base)

Type: Freelance / Independent Consultant

Required Languages: Italian, French and/or German

Availability: Frequent travel to Switzerland

Company Description

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services. We operate in over 140 countries with multidisciplinary expertise in sustainability, supply chain certification, regulatory compliance and ESG risk management. In the jewellery and precious metals sector, we support organizations in achieving international Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certification standards, supply chain traceability and ethical compliance, with particular focus on social responsibility, environmental stewardship and supply chain transparency.

Role Description

We are seeking experienced RJC Lead Auditors to conduct responsibility and compliance audits with clients in the jewellery and precious metals sector in Switzerland. The position requires complete autonomy in managing RJC audits, multilingual communication skills and deep knowledge of responsible certification systems, supply chain traceability and ethical compliance.

The professional will operate as an independent consultant, ensuring high-quality audits, verification of RJC criteria compliance, identification of non-conformities and formulation of strategic recommendations to improve responsibility and sustainability performance in the precious metals sector.

Requirements

Education

Degree in Engineering, Social Sciences, Law, Human Resources, Geology or related disciplines
RJC Lead Auditor Certification (mandatory)
Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 (preferred)
Continuous training in ethical auditing and responsibility in the precious metals sector
Knowledge of international regulations on conflict minerals and responsibility
Experience
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in responsibility or sustainability audits
Minimum 3-5 years as RJC Lead Auditor with clients in the jewellery/precious metals sector
Audit experience with Swiss or European organizations
Knowledge of the jewellery, goldsmithing and precious metals sector
Experience in regulatory compliance and human rights assessments
Experience in identifying and managing non-conformities

Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of RJC Standards (Code of Practices)
Knowledge of international regulations on conflict minerals (Dodd-Frank, EU Regulation 2017/821)
Knowledge of EU regulations on sustainability and due diligence
Competence in traceability and chain of custody of precious metals
Competence in assessing responsibility and compliance risks
Use of audit software and document management systems
Competence in ESG analysis in the jewellery sector
Knowledge of supply chain management in the precious metals sector

Languages

Italian and/or French and/or German (fluent – at least one of the latter two mandatory)
English (preferred)

Transversal Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Autonomy and accountability
Results and client orientation
Flexibility and adaptability to diverse contexts
Professional integrity and confidentiality
Sensitivity to social and environmental issues
Listening skills and empathy

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours: Flexible, with possible audit requirements during company hours
Contract: Freelance / Independent Consultant (VAT ID required)

SALARY TRANSPARENCY INFORMATION

In compliance with Directive (EU) 2023/970 on salary transparency, Bureau Veritas ensures:

Salary Transparency: Rates for this freelance position are defined according to objective and non-discriminatory criteria
Equal Treatment: No discrimination based on gender, age, origin, religion or other protected characteristics
Access to Information: Selected candidates will receive clear information on remuneration criteria and economic conditions
Monitoring: Bureau Veritas continuously monitors salary equity and gender parity
ESG Equity: Concrete commitment to equity, inclusion and organizational sustainability

For detailed information on our remuneration policy and gender parity, please consult: https://www.bureauveritas.it/privacy-policy

RJC Lead Auditor – Precious Metals & Jewellery Sector

Location: Switzerland (with flexible operational base)

Type: Freelance / Independent Consultant

Required Languages: Italian, French and/or German

Availability: Frequent travel to Switzerland

Requirements

Education

Degree in Engineering, Social Sciences, Law, Human Resources, Geology or related disciplines
RJC Lead Auditor Certification (mandatory)
Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 (preferred)
Continuous training in ethical auditing and responsibility in the precious metals sector
Knowledge of international regulations on conflict minerals and responsibility
Experience
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in responsibility or sustainability audits
Minimum 3-5 years as RJC Lead Auditor with clients in the jewellery/precious metals sector
Audit experience with Swiss or European organizations
Knowledge of the jewellery, goldsmithing and precious metals sector
Experience in regulatory compliance and human rights assessments
Experience in identifying and managing non-conformities

Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of RJC Standards (Code of Practices)
Knowledge of international regulations on conflict minerals (Dodd-Frank, EU Regulation 2017/821)
Knowledge of EU regulations on sustainability and due diligence
Competence in traceability and chain of custody of precious metals
Competence in assessing responsibility and compliance risks
Use of audit software and document management systems
Competence in ESG analysis in the jewellery sector
Knowledge of supply chain management in the precious metals sector

Languages

Italian and/or French and/or German (fluent – at least one of the latter two mandatory)
English (preferred)

Transversal Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Autonomy and accountability
Results and client orientation
Flexibility and adaptability to diverse contexts
Professional integrity and confidentiality
Sensitivity to social and environmental issues
Listening skills and empathy

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours: Flexible, with possible audit requirements during company hours
Contract: Freelance / Independent Consultant (VAT ID required)

SALARY TRANSPARENCY INFORMATION

In compliance with Directive (EU) 2023/970 on salary transparency, Bureau Veritas ensures:

Salary Transparency: Rates for this freelance position are defined according to objective and non-discriminatory criteria
Equal Treatment: No discrimination based on gender, age, origin, religion or other protected characteristics
Access to Information: Selected candidates will receive clear information on remuneration criteria and economic conditions
Monitoring: Bureau Veritas continuously monitors salary equity and gender parity
ESG Equity: Concrete commitment to equity, inclusion and organizational sustainability

For detailed information on our remuneration policy and gender parity, please consult: https://www.bureauveritas.it/privacy-policy