18.01LONDON
Archivist / Archive Manager
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Location: Dalston, East London Position: Full-time Salary: To be discussed, dependent on experience
About 18.01LONDON
18.01LONDON is one of the world's leading vintage fashion archives, housing over 30,000 garments and accessories spanning more than 250 years of fashion history. We work with many of the world's most respected luxury fashion houses, designers, costume departments and creative teams, providing unparalleled access to historic clothing for research, inspiration and design development.
No two days are the same. Alongside preserving and maintaining our collection, we support a fast-moving international client base whose projects often require quick thinking, meticulous planning and exceptional attention to detail.
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, collaborative and proactive to join our growing team.
The Role
This is a varied role that sits at the heart of the archive.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day organisation and management of the collection, while also playing a key role in preparing the archive for client appointments and research visits.
The position combines meticulous archive management with a creative understanding of fashion, garment construction and visual storytelling. It requires someone who enjoys planning ahead but is equally comfortable adapting quickly when priorities change.
Excellent communication is essential, as the role works across every part of the business and requires close collaboration with colleagues, clients, couriers and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Archive Management
- Maintain the organisation, presentation and condition of the archive to the highest standard.
- Catalogue and accurately track all garments entering and leaving the archive.
- Responsible for shipping internationally, and coordinating returns with clients.
- Ensure stock movements are recorded efficiently and accurately.
- Maintain storage systems and continually improve archive processes.
- Monitor the condition of garments and ensure appropriate handling, storage and preservation techniques are followed.
- Coordinate incoming acquisitions and integrate them into the archive.
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Client Preparation
- Interpret client briefs and identify relevant garments for research appointments.
- Pull and return archive pieces efficiently and accurately.
- Call in garments from external storage when required, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Prepare rails and curate selections ahead of client visits.
- Present the archive to an exceptional standard before every appointment.
- Support photoshoots, fittings and creative research sessions.
Studio Operations
- Help manage the day-to-day running of the studio.
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Prepare international and domestic hires.
- Assist with inventory checks and regular stock audits.
- Ensure the archive remains an inspiring, organised and welcoming creative environment.
Team & Communication
- Work closely with the wider archive team to prioritise daily workloads.
- Communicate confidently with colleagues, clients and external suppliers.
- Collaborate across multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Contribute ideas that improve workflows, organisation and the client experience.
- Support the wider team wherever required within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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About You
We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys organisation and takes pride in creating systems that allow a busy creative business to run smoothly.
You should be equally comfortable spending the morning planning archive logistics and the afternoon curating a rail of garments for a design team.
You'll thrive if you enjoy variety, problem-solving and working alongside a close-knit team where communication and collaboration are fundamental.
You'll ideally have:
- Exceptional organisational and planning skills.
- Outstanding attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- A proactive, solutions-focused attitude.
- Confidence working independently while collaborating effectively with others.
- A strong interest in fashion history, vintage clothing or garment construction.
- A strong visual eye and appreciation for styling, silhouette and design.
- Experience using inventory systems or databases (preferred but not essential).
What We're Looking For
At 18.01LONDON, personality is just as important as experience.
We're looking for someone who is:
- Calm under pressure.
- Naturally organised.
- Curious and eager to learn.
- Positive and collaborative.
- Adaptable and happy working in a fast-moving environment.
- Passionate about fashion and craftsmanship.
- Someone who enjoys taking ownership and making things happen.
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who wants to become an integral part of a small, ambitious team and help deliver an exceptional experience for every client who walks through our doors.
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