[JOBS] DESIGN STUDIO ASSISTANT : BURBERRY LONDON

Department:  DESIGN

City:  London

Location:  GB

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today. We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities. 

JOB DETAILS

Studio Assistant, Full time & in house, Permanent contract, London, UK

JOB PURPOSE

The Studio Assistant is responsible for providing a comprehensive level of administrative and organizational support to the Design Studio & Design Directors. The role also involves various administrative duties to support the creative process and is critical to the successful and smooth running of the Studio- Design.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organise meetings, book meeting rooms and liaise with all relevant parties (Design, Product Development, Merchandising…..) 

Help the design team to prepare for key steps: board presentations, organizing for collection reviews, sketch to fabrics etc

Liaise with designers, product development and fabric and trims to obtain a full understanding of design and development/sampling process

Assist the Design team with managing the research & vintage to ensure it is organised both physically and digitally, checking items in and out, ensuring good condition, arranging dry cleaning when necessary and archiving bought vintage

Organise house model bookings and be an ambassador for model wellbeing

Assist the Studio Director & team to maintain a tidy, organised and positive working environment for all staff

Assist the Studio to manage budgets (research, vintage, travel and stationary) ensuring the Studio operates within set parameters

Support with diary and agenda management across time zones when needed

Process expenses in line with company policy

Book travel including flights, hotels, taxis for the Design team and when necessary support with travel itineraries and visas

Raise purchase orders and paying invoices in line with company procedures

Assist with IT and Maintenance queries