Urban Outfitters Visual Assistant - Edinburgh,… at Urban… · Edinburgh

About Us

Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and over 60 stores across Europe later, we’ve become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, One-Of-A-Kind vintage and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button. 

We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward-thinking individuals, bringing together a nostalgia for the past with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community are culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native life and they wear style trends before anyone else. At our core, we empower our customers and staff to express themselves, unapologetically, living life in a way that's truly authentic to them.

We are always excited to bring new talent into the room, especially if you share our values:

Progressive — we move with the mood Creative — we champion limitless minds Inclusive — we open our platforms to all communities Responsible — we work to reduce our impact on the environment Compassionate — we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5

Sound like you, why not join us?

Location

This position is located at 124-125 Princess St, Edinburgh, , EH24AD United Kingdom

Role Summary

Under guidance from the field creative team, support with the execution of all visual projects in store, delivering a customer experience that is inspiring, dynamic and memorable for our customers. Working with the visual coordinator and/or department managers, deliver seasonal layouts and display schemes that set the highest possible standard for creative excellence. Partner with peers to support in the communication and execution of seasonal layouts and display schemes across the district.

What You'll Be Doing

• Interprets company direction and current fashion trends to deliver creative and exciting visual merchandising solutions that are market specific and support sales generation.
• Actively seek inspiration and apply personal talent to develop and execute ideas for all in store displays.
• Collaborate with the visual coordinator and/or department managers to achieve innovative and timely project execution.
• Proactively manage (having shared responsibility with visual coordinator and/or department managers) the delivery of seasonal display concepts through effective planning and communication. Deliver projects to the highest possible standard through detailed mapping and clean execution.
• With guidance from the field creative and in partnership with the visual coordinator and/or department managers, communicate seasonal set up’s through effective photo layouts submitted every quarter.
• Implement company guidelines, all creative projects, window schemes and styling direction to the highest standard.
• Communicate company merchandising concepts, initiatives and trends to store teams through team talks, weekly walkthroughs and inspiration boards.
• Inspire others to work toward a common, collaborative goal by sharing inspiration, new ideas and relevant information from head office.
• Support the visual coordinator and/or department managers in coaching and developing staff with product placement and the effective execution of mark downs and promotional launches.
• Support the visual coordinator and/or department managers in contributing to an efficient delivery process to ensure new lines are placed promptly and commercially, in order to maximise sales.

What You'll Need

• Demonstrated a passion to drive sales through excellent visual presentations and sound business acumen.
• An understanding of the urban outfitters culture and its appeal to the local market.
• Ability to communicate with all levels and possess strong organisational skills.
• A willingness to travel and be away from their home store for periods of time.
• Retail experience with creative interests or a background in fashion, art and music.
• To support the needs of the business, on occasions you will be required to perform other tasks in the store and/or work in stores other than your own.

The Perks

Work Life Balance:

• ‘Life Leave’ - one day a year to take time off for those big events in life, in addition to your annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing:

• Employee Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
• Discount off external gym memberships
• Private Medical Insurance for eligible employees

Employee Discounts:

• Up to 40% employee discount at all URBN Brands

Travel:

• Season ticket loan for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme for eligible employees

Continued Development:

• We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development

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Equal Opportunity Statement

URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.