UPDATE: this vacancy will now be closing on the earlier date of 19th Feb due to a high volume of applications

Toogood creates timeless works of unconventional design, encompassing the disciplines of fashion, furniture, homeware, interiors and fine art. At the heart of the studio is a restless spirit of experimentation where designers, furniture makers, sculptors and interior designers cross-pollinate on each project to produce work that is bold, sculptural and poetic.

We’re looking for an ambitious individual to support our brilliant team and look after our physical space. You’ll be involved in all aspects of studio life; you’ll manage our HR systems and processes, host exciting events for press and clients, support with shoot production, and ensure that daily life in the studio runs smoothly. Our aim is to make sure everyone feels able to do their best possible work - and it will be your job to help make this happen.

RESPONSIBILITIES

HR

• Lead on recruitment, processing job applications and working with recruiters and team members to manage the process from advertising the role through to job offer

• Manage the new starter process so everyone who joins Toogood has a positive experience right from the start

• Schedule and manage the annual performance review cycle for all team members

• Ensure policies and procedures are up to date and communicated to the team effectively

• Create and maintain a roster of freelancers that can support the wider team at busy periods

• Support the team in making the studio a happy and rewarding place to work

• Support the CEO in developing the right team structure and writing job descriptions

• Provide confidential support to team members with effective outcomes

• Run our internship programme, ensuring consistency, while seeking out new opportunities

• Provide monthly payroll updates to the finance team

STUDIO MANAGEMENT

• Maintain the studio in good working order; keeping areas tidy, fixing problems and ordering supplies

• In charge of organising cultural events and get togethers, including the Christmas party, quarterly team lunches and monthly studio drinks

• Manage the logistics of studio events with the marketing team and external partners

• Support on shoot production, including location research, managing logistics and drawing up schedules

• Support the sales and marketing teams with travel and hotel bookings for events in the UK and abroad

• Manage software licences and insurance renewals

• Welcome visitors to the studio and organise meetings

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 2 year’s experience working in or running a fast-paced creative studio

• This is a varied role, and you’ll work with everyone in the studio. You must have a can do attitude as you’ll wear lots of different hats

• You must be meticulously organised and process driven

• You need to be both good at spotting problems and solving them

• Able to work independently and use your own initiative to keep things running smoothly, while collaborating effectively with the entire team

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Everyone receives a seasonal clothing allowance - meaning the team is often kitted out in an ever-changing Toogood uniform

• There's the ability to buy Toogood pieces at cost price (across furniture, homeware, and clothing)

• We have flexible working hours and a hybrid working policy for all

• Our digital nomad working policy allows team members to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year

• Access to our studio Tate Gallery membership to visit exhibitions in your own time

• We hold monthly studio drinks and seasonal team lunches to bring everyone together and celebrate the studio's achievements (the Christmas lunch is particularly special)

• Each team member receives a work anniversary gift chosen by Faye to celebrate every year they've been at Toogood

• To say thanks to our long-serving team members a sabbatical period is offered after 5 years at Toogood

• There is extensive opportunity for career development within our ambitious, growing business

• Our holiday entitlement is 20 days, PLUS all bank holidays and the week between Christmas and New Years. We also give World Mental Health Day as an additional paid day off for everyone to rest and recharge

APPLICATION

Please apply here.

 Application deadline: 19th February 2025 (applications may close early, please submit ASAP)

 Salary: £28k - £32k, depending on experience

 Start date: April 2025

 If you have any queries about this role or require any reasonable adjustments for your application please contact careers@t-o-o-g-o-o-d.com

 Toogood is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all, where talent is nurtured and the unconventional is celebrated. The diversity of thought that our studio is known for would not be possible without the diversity of our team. We actively encourage applications from those currently and historically underrepresented in the creative industries. At Toogood we want you to Be Brave, Have Drive, Always Care.