Founder's Associate

Studio Earth; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium lifestyle brand is looking for a Founder's Associate to support various operations from creative development to e-commerce. The role is in-office in Dubai, requiring a proactive and organized individual with excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating orders, and assisting in marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate should have familiarity with Shopify and be detail-oriented. Opportunities for personal growth and collaboration with the founder are included.

Benefits

Mentorship across branding and operations

Opportunities to attend events

Staff gifting from collections

Qualifications

• Must be based in Dubai and work in the office 5 days a week.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms like Shopify is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Founder across all areas including creative development and marketing.
• Manage calendar and appointments, ensuring timely follow-ups.
• Coordinate product orders and customer service tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactivity

Social media management

Tools

Shopify

Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

Founder's Associate

Role Overview

We are hiring aFounder’s Associate (Executive & Brand Assistant) to support the Founder across all facets of the brand—from creative development and marketing to e-commerce, order management, events, product logistics and communication.

This is ahigh-visibility, hands-on rolefor someone who thrives in a creative environment, is highly organised, and is excited to grow with a premium lifestyle brand. It is anin-office role in Dubai (5 days a week), with additional presence required for pop-ups, exhibitions and key events.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow the Founder duringshoots, meetings, showroom visits and events.
• Manage calendars, schedules, appointments and follow-ups.
• Coordinate daily tasks and timelines across vendors, collaborators and internal workflows.
• Take notes during meetings and ensure execution of action items.

🔹 Orders, Customer Experience & Operations

End-to-end Order Management

• Own thefull order flowacross:
• Website (Shopify)
• WhatsApp / Instagram / email orders
• Ensure every order is correctly logged, packed accurately and dispatched on time.
• Liaise with courier partners, track deliveries and troubleshoot delays.
• Handle basic customer queries and after-sales in awarm, professional tonethat reflects Studio Earth’s voice.

Product & Operations

• Assist withinventory trackingof products, samples, packaging and catalogues.
• Maintain accurate stock records for both online and offline channels; flag low stock and fast-moving SKUs.
• Coordinate with logistics partners in the UAE and India for product movement and replenishment.
• Managegifting drops, corporate orders, order fulfilment and pop-up prep.
• Source and liaise with vendors for printing, events, merchandising and packaging.

🔹 Pop-Ups, Exhibitions & Events

• Support the planning and execution ofbrand events, pop-ups, exhibitions and workshops
• Be physically present for:
• Set-up and breakdown
• Styling and merchandising of the Studio Earth space
• On-site sales support and order logging
• Real-time stock checks and daily sales summaries
• Prepareevent inventories, packing lists and simple post-event reports.

🔹 Marketing & Brand Coordination

• Support the execution ofmarketing campaignsacross social, email and print.
• Liaise with photographers, stylists and designers for brand shoots.
• Maintain thecontent calendarand assist with caption writing and content creation.
• Coordinate behind-the-scenes documentation at events and shoots (video, photos, notes).
• Help keep theShopifystore updated with correct product information, images, pricing and stock status.
• Organise and maintain brand assets on Google Drive and social platforms.
• Help manageInstagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn(posting, engagement, DMs, basic replies).
• Assist with draftingblog posts, email newsletters and product descriptions.
• Track basic social and website performance and suggest improvements.
• Assist in planning and executing launches, private previews and styling sessions.
• Support the styling of Studio Earth tablescapes at launches and shoots.
• Help manageguest lists, RSVPs and on-site logistics.
• Prepare and dispatchPR giftswith handwritten notes and personalised touches.
• Track influencer posts, mentions and media responses.
• Maintain and updateCRM, media and influencer contact lists.
• Assist in drafting thank-you notes, WhatsApp messages and follow-ups, in a tone that feels personal yet professional.
• Assist in preparingpresentations, marketing decks, lookbooks and brand reports.
• File invoices, receipts and documentation in an organised manner.
• Create and maintainchecklists, SOPs and trackersso that projects run smoothly and nothing falls through the cracks.

What We’re Looking For

• Based inDubaiand able to workin the office 5 days a week, with flexibility for occasional evenings/weekends during major shows and pop-ups.
• Highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented– you enjoy structure, lists and timelines.
• Strongattention to detailin both operations (orders, stock, logistics) and aesthetics (styling, packaging, presentation).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsin English.
• Familiarity with:
• Shopifyor similar e-commerce platforms (Shopify experience is a strong plus)
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Instagram and basic social media management
• Canva or similar design tools (nice to have, not mandatory)
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn across diverse tasks - from packing a last-minute order to assisting at a styled shoot.
• Ability to managemultiple priorities calmly, especially in the lead-up to events, launches and exhibitions.
• A genuine interest indesign, lifestyle, interiors, gifting or luxury hospitality.

Work Format

• Location:Dubai, UAE
• Timing:Full-time, in-office (5 days/week), with flexibility around key events and exhibitions.
• Environment:Small, founder-led team; close collaboration and exposure across all areas of the brand.

At Studio Earth, we value creativity, curiosity and intentional work. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Working closely with the Founder and seeing your work directly shape the brand.
• Mentorship acrossbranding, styling, e-commerce, events and operations.
• Opportunities to attenddesign shoots, pop-ups and lifestyle events.
• Occasionalstaff giftingfrom our latest collections.
• A culture that supportspersonal growth, beautiful living and meaningful hosting.

To Apply

Please email your CV and a short note on why this role interests you to [e-mail].