Visual Merchandising Associate - Harvey Nichols - UAE

Al Tayer Group Career site; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Nichols UAE (Al Tayer Insignia) seeks a Visual Merchandising Associate to implement VM strategy, install windows and in-store displays, and merchandise products to brand standards.

The role requires a graduate in arts with 2-3 years of VM/merchandising experience, strong laptop/retail software skills, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and night shifts in a luxury retail environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline with tertiary qualifications in fine or commercial arts.
• 2-3 years’ experience in VM/merchandising.
• Proficient with computer systems and retail software.

Responsibilities

• To display merchandise in a compelling manner ensuring the brand standards are maintained.
• Check that stock is steamed, properly tagged and priced as per brand standards & visual guidelines.
• Work closely with Buying and Commercial functions to launch seasonal activations in a timely and cost effective manner, install and merchandise all display props as per approved concept whilst creating an enticing display for our customers.
• Adapt brand driven concepts in line with store and mall guidelines.
• Use business approved checklist to ensure correct POS is being utilized and the highest possible standards are being maintained.
• Monitor slow and fast sellers and communicate observations to the Visual merchandiser with suggestions and recommendations for appropriate actions.
• Support with the maintenance of all display equipment and materials used for in store displays, mannequins, windows and podiums. Ensure all items are carefully dismantled, packed and stored for future use.
• Attend training sessions conducted by brands and the buying team to ensure display standards are maintained, photograph store for feedback & brand reports when requested.
• Conduct VM training sessions with the shop floor teams.
• Keep up to date with the latest seasonal trends and conduct regular comparative shops for inspiration and new merchandising ideas/concepts.
• Oversee quotations process, production and execution of set ups by internal team and/or external contractors.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Evening/weekend flexibility

Creative retail mindset

Methodical and organized

Night shifts flexibility

Education

Graduate in fine or commercial arts

Job description

Visual Merchandising Associate - Harvey Nichols - UAE

About Us

At Al Tayer Insignia, your career is more than a job — it’s a journey into the heart of luxury retail. For over 40 years, we’ve partnered with the world’s most iconic brands, creating award-winning retail experiences across our boutiques, department stores, and leading online platforms. With stores and outlets across the GCC and a truly seamless omnichannel presence, we bring style, innovation, and heritage together. Here, you’ll join a diverse, customer obsessed, passionate team that celebrates creativity, values individuality, and empowers you to grow. Join us on our journey, reimagining fashion and redefining the meaning of luxury in the region.

Job Description

Implement visual merchandising strategy as per brand guideline; window installation, in store display & product merchandising, internal and external podiums, style mannequins as per theme/direction. Generate in store seasonal & promotional collateral in a given timeframe and cost effective manner. Maintain VM materials & space to the highest standard

Responsibilities

• To display merchandise in a compelling manner ensuring the brand standards are maintained
• Check that the stock has been steamed, properly tagged and priced as per brand standards & visual guidelines
• Work closely with Buying and Commercial functions to launch seasonal activations in a timely and cost effective manner, install and merchandise all display props as per approved concept whilst creating an enticing display for our customers.
• Adapt brand driven concepts in line with store and mall guidelines
• Use business approved checklist to ensure correct POS is being utilized and the highest possible standards are being maintained
• Monitor slow and fast sellers and communicate observations to the Visual merchandiser with suggestions and recommendations for appropriate actions
• Support with the maintenance of all display equipment and materials used for in store displays, mannequins, windows and podiums. Ensure all items are carefully dismantled, packed and stored for future use
• Attend training sessions conducted by brands and the buying team to ensure display standards are maintained, photograph store for feedback & brand reports when requested
• Conduct VM training sessions with the shop floor teams
• Keep up to date with the latest seasonal trends and conduct regular comparative shops for inspiration and new merchandising ideas/concepts
• Oversee quotations process, production and execution of set ups by internal team and/or external contractors

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline with tertiary qualifications in fine or commercial arts

Experience

• 2 - 3 years’ experience in VM/merchandising role

Functional Skills

• Computer Literacy
• Willingness and ability to work outside office hours and on weekends
• Creative with a passion for retail industry
• Methodical and organized approach with deadline achievement essential
• Flexibility in attending business needs through night shifts