Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamourous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.

As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.

Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

Our Values:

With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative

Whether you're looking to start your career in Merchandising, or you're an established MAA looking to take your next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! In this role, you will provide effective administrative support to our Merchandising team and assist with the planning and development of the department.

To join our vibrant and fast-growing business as MAA…

• You demonstrate strong numeracy and math skills
• You have experience using MS Excel, ideally to an intermediate level
• You are brilliantly organised, with the ability to prioritise your workload in order to get the job done to the highest standards
• You are highly numerical and data-driven individual who takes a collaborative approach to work- focusing on strong relationship building
• You have excellent communication skills and can communicate effectively with people at all levels
• You are resilient and able to adapt to change, focusing on solutions not problems
• You consistently role model our Mint Velvet brand values

Your Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Merchandiser to maximise the profitability of the ranges, the stores and the digital business and to deliver in-season actions to maximise profit opportunities.
• Range building, including completing historical analysis, accurately calculating line buys and ensuring accurate sizing decisions are made
• Creating and maintaining an accurate intake and delivery schedule
• Checking and maintain systems for delivery performance, including dealing with deliveries which are out of tolerance
• Completing weekly analysis of department, product and store performance in order to establish trading patterns
• Identifying best and worst sellers and make recommendations
• Reviewing performance at line, category & department level each week, reacting to sales patterns and maximising profit opportunity
• Managing any amendments to the product (cost price, selling price, colour, delivery) on the system
• Managing an accurate intake and delivery schedule, while managing relations with Buying, Branch Merchandising and Freight Forwarders

You'll be rewarded with:

• Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day off on your birthday
• Company-funded private health insurance
• Access to Smart Health - providing a range of services such as private GP appointments, mental health support, nutritional advice and more
• Life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 50% staff discount
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Free Parking
• Early pay day finish - Finish at 3pm every pay day friday
• Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
• In-house performance coaches for all levels
• A welcoming and inspiring work-environment

About Mint Velvet

In 2009, co-founders Liz, Lisa and Jane came up with the idea for Mint Velvet over cups of fresh mint tea at Liz’s kitchen table. After years of not finding what they wanted to wear on the high street, the trio had outgrown the fast fashion brands dominating the retail space and wanted the latest trends translated in a relaxed way. The concept of ‘Relaxed Glamour’ was born: easy, effortless clothing that can be slipped on to create a luxe look on even the busiest of days.

Known for our easy shapes, beautiful prints and flattering fits, all with thoughtful finishing touches, Mint Velvet’s unique handwriting is synonymous with everyday luxury and quality. The range has also expanded to include accessories, activewear, homeware and gifts – all with our signature Relaxed Glamour aesthetic. 

After a whirlwind of success in the first couple of years, we now have stores nationwide, a thriving website and partnerships with premium department stores. As we enter the next exciting phase of our journey, we’re on the lookout for exceptional people to join us and help continue the legacy of our ambitious brand growth, with the same energy and passion we’ve had since the beginning. We operate in a professional but non-corporate way and believe that a strong team is greater than a team of strong people (and everyone takes their turn to pitch in and make the tea!).