At a Glance
- Tasks: Tailor luxury garments to perfection, ensuring a flawless fit and timeless elegance.
- Company: Join the iconic CHANEL team in London, known for its style and luxury.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, pension plans, and exclusive discounts on CHANEL products.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a prestigious brand and create memorable experiences for clients.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in luxury tailoring with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Role Overview
As a Tailor at CHANEL you will preserve the House’s silhouette, create memorable experiences for clients, and ensure garments fit perfectly while reflecting timeless elegance.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure each garment is impeccably tailored to the client’s measurements, upholding the creative intent of the Studio and the House’s highest standards.
- Act as an ambassador of CHANEL’s style and values, delivering personalized service that boosts client confidence.
- Collaborate with Fashion Advisors during fittings to provide expert advice and smooth the luxury client journey.
- Take precise measurements, pin garments, and recommend alterations aligned with CHANEL codes and collection spirit.
- Lead fittings with warmth and professionalism, guiding clients through options.
- Prepare garments for final fitting, ensuring immaculate delivery on time.
- Conduct meticulous alterations and repairs, achieving invisible, precise results.
- Assess garments, identify necessary adjustments, and execute changes without compromising design integrity.
- Maintain knowledge of fabrics, construction techniques, and latest collection guidelines.
- Perform rigorous quality checks to guarantee precision and craftsmanship.
- Keep the tailor shop clean, organized, and fully equipped.
- Record and track all alteration activities using CHANEL after‑sales platforms.
- Coordinate alteration workflow, manage timelines, and communicate clearly with boutique staff and management.
- Participate in morning briefs to share expertise and collection information.
- Support boutique needs during peak periods, contributing to inventory and supply management.
- Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and exemplary personal presentation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a tailor in luxury fashion.
- Deep knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and design principles.
- Technical mastery of sewing machines and overlockers with precision.
- Exceptional craftsmanship with outstanding sewing and finishing skills.
- Impeccable attention to detail and strong hand‑eye coordination.
- Organizational excellence and effective time‑management.
- Strong communication skills for client and colleague collaboration.
- Commitment to exceptional service aligned with CHANEL luxury standards.
Benefits
Physical Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance (pre‑existing conditions covered), Online GP App with 24/7 appointments, Cycle Scheme participation.
Financial Wellbeing
Pension, Life Assurance, Retail discounts across supermarkets, gyms, leisure, and 100+ retailers.
Mental Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programmes and support lines; multiple platforms to support wellbeing.
Lifestyle
Arts & Culture Ticket discounts, CHANEL product discounts, Employee‑Only sales.
Employee Recognition
Service Awards Programme with CHANEL products, retail vouchers, and additional holidays at milestones.
*Benefits are eligibility‑dependent and subject to change at any time.
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