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Visual Merchandiser - UK
Paul Smith
Paul Smith is one of Britain’s leading independent design companies, driven by a spirit of curiosity, playfulness, adaptability and passion. These values shape every aspect of the brand, whether it’s a shirt, a shop or a special collaboration. Reaffirming the values that Paul set down in 1970, ‘classic with a twist’ remains the guiding principle of the company. Happily positioned between high fashion and formalwear, while taking reference from both, Paul Smith has always been proud to stand apart.
Exciting Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Visual Merchandiser to join our Visual Merchandising and Display team in London. Reporting into the Visual Merchandising Manager, this role will oversee the visual merchandising standards for a designated area of UK shops, with a focus on Wholesale locations in and around London and the South West.
We're seeking a confident Visual Merchandiser who takes pride in delivering high visual standards and is looking to make a meaningful impact within a close-knit and collaborative team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Regularly visit your designated shops in accordance with the VM calendar, merchandising the shop floor in line with the marketing calendar and the relevant commercial pushes.
- Discuss and collaborate with the in-store team about the required changes and carry out before and after floor walks.
- Document all changes with photographs that can be shared with the wider business and follow up visits with a store report.
- Maintain strong working relationships with Shop Managers, Brand Specialists and shop staff and support with the organisation and delivery of seasonal training.
- Ensure that shops adhere to global VM, pricing and tagging guidelines at all times and that any global or retail specific guidelines and initiatives are followed.
- Assist the VM Manager with the organisation and preparation of the London Showrooms, such as for seasonal selling set up and VM, Press Days and Special Events.
- Ensure all UK Wholesale shops are visited according to a monthly or seasonal rotation by yourself or the wider team.
- Support with the organisation and implementation of pop-ups and windows for Wholesale projects.
- Be an initial point of contact for shop staff and wholesale partners, gathering feedback and challenges across all locations and highlighting actions to be taken where necessary.
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Who You Are
- Proven visual merchandising experience in a clothing retail environment.
- Ability to execute visual merchandising plans to an exceptional standard.
- Excellent attention to detail and appreciation of colour and imagery.
- Finely tuned inter-personal skills and ability to build strong working relationships.
- Proactive, helpful and approachable.
- Experience in a premium or luxury retail environment would be a plus.
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Why You’ll Love Working with Us
Working at Paul Smith means being part of a brand that celebrates creativity, individuality and authenticity. Even though we are a global business, we’ve stayed true to who we are at heart. Our offices and shops remain welcoming and inclusive spaces built around collaboration, where we encourage our people to be themselves, reach their full potential, and play a part in creating something truly unique.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your lifestyle and wellbeing, which includes a 60% staff discount and a seasonal clothing allowance. You’ll also enjoy 33 days’ annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days, private healthcare with Vitality, wellbeing support and other perks to keep you motivated and inspired.
If you like the sound of what you’ve read so far, find out more about our company culture and the full list of benefits we can offer you.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Paul Smith, we celebrate and encourage applications from all walks of life into our growing workforce. We are committed to empowering people from any background, belief system, or ethnicity, offering an inclusive environment where talent is recognised and valued.
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