Alterations Seamstress (Part-time)

Jenny Packham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading luxury fashion brand as a part-time Alterations Seamstress in Mayfair, London. You will excel in fitting and altering high-end bridal and evening wear, ensuring clients feel at ease during their experience. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage a busy schedule while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.

Benefits

15 days holiday plus 5 bank holidays

Medicash – Healthcare cash plan

Pension scheme – 3% employer and 5% employee contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in fitting and alteration of luxury evening and wedding gowns.
• Ability to handle a variety of fabrics.
• Knowledge of bridal wear alterations to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Alter and fit bridal wear and ready-to-wear garments.
• Execute beadwork and handwork neatly.
• Manage diary and workload under pressure.

Skills

Communication

Client Engagement

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Part-time (3-days per week 10am to 6pm including all Mondays and some Saturdays)

Mayfair, London

About us:

One of the UK’s most successful and independent luxury fashion brands with global recognition, Jenny Packham has become the design house of choice for the world's most discerning women. The eponymous label comprises ready-to-wear and bridal collections, with a 30-year track record of success. The brand is renowned for its glamorous aesthetic and is positioned in the world's leading stores. Jenny Packham is regularly showcased on Hollywood's red carpets and worn by the most iconic, talented and influential women of our generation.

The Role/Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and Confident Bridal fitter and alterations seamstress to be based at the Jenny Packham Flagship Boudoir in Mayfair. This role requires someone who excels in their profession but can also engage with clients, ensuring they feel at ease. Your primary focus will be on ready-to-wear garments, and you must also possess deep knowledge of Bridal wear and be able to alter and fit bridal wear to a very high standard.

What you will be doing:

• Be experienced in the fitting and alteration of luxury evening and wedding gowns to a very high standard.
• To be able to handle a variety of fabrics.
• The ability to construct and alter corsetry.
• To be able to execute beadwork and hand work neatly and to a high standard.
• Manage to execute the workload within the required timeframe and to keep calm and focused under pressure.
• Diary management.
• Be able to advise Brides on accessory purchases.
• Have the ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Work closely with clients, using excellent communication skills to create a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
• Be flexible with working days, particularly for Saturdays depending on the workload.
• The candidate should be available to work Saturdays as required.

This is what you get in return…

• 15 days holiday plus 5 bank holidays (inclusive of a 3-day Christmas Shutdown)
• Medicash – Healthcare cash plan including retail, travel and gym discounts
• Pension scheme – 3% employer and 5% employee contribution

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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