Embroidery Manager Haute Couture

Outside The Box Recruitment are seeking a versatile and highly skilled Embroidery Manager to join a Haute Couture creative team. Our Client is a leading Couture fashion house dedicated to creating emotionally resonant, meticulously crafted garments and accessories. The collections celebrate artistry, innovation, and a distinct brand identity rooted in modern femininity and refined craftsmanship.

The Embroidery Manager will work closely with the Creative Director and Atelier Manager to support the end-to-end process in creating bespoke couture collections and one-of-a-kind gowns for clients and VIPs from around the world. Working with the most luxurious fabrics, each piece requires exceptional craftsmanship and extensive experience. You will be joining a close-knit atelier team, where individual expertise is valued and collaboration is essential to problem-solve and perfect each garment during development. We are searching for a team member with a long-term commitment to the brand and a true passion for couture craftsmanship, with a minimum of three to five years' experience of working in a similar Haute Couture Atelier who can confidently perform the key duties and responsibilities required.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to the Creative Director and collaborate with lead pattern cutters and the design team to translate creative concepts into technically feasible, perfectly constructed Haute Couture garments.
• Oversee end-to-end embroidery design development, from initial concept research through to final production launch.
• Translate seasonal direction into cohesive embroidery narratives that align with the collection's overall aesthetic.
• Develop embroidery concepts, artwork, and technical placements across pattern pieces with precision and strong design sensibility.
• Lead sample development by collaborating closely with exporters and artisans, monitoring and refining embroidery samples.
• Manage sampling timelines to ensure consistent quality, colour accuracy, and execution while meeting collection deadlines.
• Negotiate pricing, oversee budgets, and maintain targets to deliver the highest quality craftsmanship in a cost-efficient manner.
• Clearly communicate design launches and technical specifications to suppliers and manufacturers.
• Curate materials, threads, embellishments, and colours to create refined, feminine, and visually impactful embroideries suitable for bridal and luxury womenswear.
• Solve problems proactively to deliver high-quality results within tight lead times, ensuring standards are never compromised.
• Confidently illustrate designs, showing embroidery integration within garments, adapting drawing style and technique to align with the house aesthetic.

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in embroidery design and development.
• Deep technical knowledge of Haute Couture construction, techniques, and hand finishes to confidently lead and support artisan teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing embroidery projects from concept through to completion, including technical design, sampling, and production coordination.
• Strong knowledge of embroidery techniques, materials, and finishing methods.
• Experience collaborating directly with Indian exporters and embroidery houses.
• Highly detail-oriented, organised, and commercially aware.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with suppliers and internal teams.
• Keen eye for colour, texture, and material composition.
• Ability to accurately sketch fashion designs; experience illustrating embroidery placements is considered an advantage.
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and thrives in fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environments.
• Proactive problem-solver, driven to deliver outstanding results under pressure.
• Experience in luxury or couture womenswear is highly desirable.
• Passionate about Haute Couture and committed to preserving its tradition while optimising its modern execution.

Hours and Environment

Your normal working week will be 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute lunch break. You may be asked to work additional hours, paid at the agreed rate of contract.

To Apply

Please submit your CV & portfolio (including both hand-drawn and digital sketches), to cv@otbrecruitment.com. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please only apply if you have 'The Right to Work' in the UK (there is no sponsorship).