Lecturer in Fashion Buying & Merchandising

Fashion Retail Academy; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Retail Academy is seeking a Lecturer in Fashion Buying and Merchandising to enrich its curriculum. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of fashion buying and passionate about guiding students towards successful careers in the fashion industry. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits, fostering professional growth and wellbeing within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Funded professional qualifications including teacher training

Generous and flexible leave options

Market-leading family-friendly pay

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Qualifications

• Qualifications and experience in fashion buying and merchandising.
• Teaching or training experience, preferably in Higher Education.
• Passionate about fashion education and student development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching.
• Inspire and guide students in the fashion industry.
• Shape the future of fashion education at the academy.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of fashion buying and merchandising

Passion for delivering student-centered curriculum

Industry-driven

Education

BA/BSc (Hons) in Fashion Buying and Merchandising

Job description

Lecturer in Fashion Buying & Merchandising

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Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)

Higher Education: Levels 4 - 6

Permanent

Full-Time or Part-Time. We are open to considering either full-time or a range of part-time working patterns, up to a maximum of 1 FTE.

About the Role

Shape the Future of Fashion Education at the FRA! FRA offers unique, accelerated 2-year degree programs that combine intensive fashion business education with hands-on industry placements and mentoring. As we expand, we're looking for a Lecturer in Fashion Buying and Merchandising to inspire and guide our students.

In this role, you'll deliver engaging, high-quality teaching that prepares students for thriving careers in the industry.

Please note that we also welcome applications from candidates interested in joining us as an Associate Lecturer. If this aligns with your experience or preference, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

About You

• Qualifications: BA/BSc (Hons) in Fashion Buying and Merchandising, or related field.
• Experience: Industry experience in fashion buying, merchandising, and experience in teaching or training, preferably in Higher Education.
• Expertise: This role is suited to a subject specialist who is passionate about delivering a highly industry-relevant and student-centred curriculum. You will have in-depth knowledge of fashion buying and merchandising and the Fashion Retail landscape.
• Passion: You will be industry-driven, student-focused, and ready to bring your energy and innovation to our curriculum!

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded professional qualifications including teacher training, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health

From £38,700 to £41,000 per annum (FTE 1), subject to qualifications and experience

How to apply/Next Steps:

Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application' and submit your completed application form. Please note as we are an education provider, CVs are not accepted. You can find our EFI Application Form here.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

24 - 25 June - Interviews to be held in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information/Contact us:

For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI and FRA websites and refer to the job description.

Please contact [e-mail] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Education Management and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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