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Role: Senior Buyer - Womenswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Senior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. You will drive the team to deliver a budget beating department. Role Responsibilities Category Strategy & Leadership • Own and deliver the end-to-end category strategy, including seasonal vision and long-term growth plans., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges with price architecture informed by market research., • Negotiate costs, monitor KPIs, and ensure product fit integrity., • Support wholesale division and deliver seasonal vision., • Collaborate with Buying Manager/Head of Buying on strategy and innovation. Critical Path Management • Manage timelines and sign-off dates to ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Oversee trading and planning calendar and maintain launch integrity. Systems & Compliance • Maintain data accuracy and ensure approvals and compliance., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users. Financial Accountability • Own margin, profitability, and budget sign-off., • Make in-season trading decisions to optimize profitability and manage commitments. Cross-Functional Influence • Represent category strategy at senior and board-level meetings., • Influence company-wide initiatives and seasonal vision presentations. Supplier Strategy • Lead global supplier negotiations and secure strategic partnerships., • Maintain strong supplier relationships to support product execution. Trend & Market Leadership • Define seasonal direction and influence design and marketing., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy and price architecture. People Leadership & Collaboration • Manage, train, and develop Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Trainees., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, merchandising, tech, marketinga and finance teams. Business Values & Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission., • Champion social and environmental initiatives within your remit. Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Buyer or senior buyer level., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyse data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs., • Expert negotiation and ability to secure strategic supplier agreements., • Leadership and people development skills for managing and mentoring teams., • Commercial decision-making with strong analytical and strategic thinking., • Systems proficiency (e.g., BRP, PIM) and ability to maintain data accuracy., • Market insight and trend forecasting expertise. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague-funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Learning and Development Consultant Locations: Portsmouth Basic Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 Are you a recruiter or sales professional ready to step into training? Do you have experience as a trainer within sales or recruitment, or have you worked as a recruiter and discovered a real passion for developing others? Are you driven by people, performance, and helping individuals achieve success? If so, we’re looking for a Learning & Development Consultant to join our team and support the delivery of our Training Academy. This is a hands-on role where your commercial and recruitment experience will be key to shaping how new starters are onboarded, trained, and supported as they build long-term careers at STR. Working at STR We have been providing specialist permanent and contract recruitment services since 2000. STR Group is an international recruitment company that is comprised of five niche brands, working in Life Sciences, Leading Edge Capex Projects, Automation, Maritime and Engineering & Manufacturing. As a Learning and Development Consultant at STR, your role will include: • Delivering the Training Academy Programme to all new trainees, • Facilitating engaging classroom-based and virtual workshops, live call sessions, and training assessments, • Delivering a structured programme covering commercial, role-specific, behavioural, and professional skills, • Providing performance coaching and development support during trainees’ first six months, • Giving clear, performance-focused feedback to employees and managers, • Tracking and reporting on progress, engagement, and outcomes, identifying trends across trainee cohorts, • Providing insights and recommendations to managers and the Head of L&D, • Reviewing, maintaining, and adapting learning materials to ensure quality, compliance, and business relevance, • Managing the Learning Management System, ensuring employees have access to role-specific training What are we offering you? You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in Learning & Development within a business that genuinely values people development and performance. You’ll work closely with experienced leaders, gain exposure to a wide range of stakeholders, and play a visible role in shaping how we develop our talent. We will offer: • Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables)., • Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week, • Breakfast club – enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day, • Employee of the Quarter, • Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5* restaurants, • Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company, • Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!, • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days), • You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday, • Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!, • Company Pension scheme, • Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave, • Birthday off, • Drinks fridge, • Free onsite parking, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee Referral Programme STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy. If you feel you have the right skills to join our fantastic team here at STR then all you need to do is send your CV to our Talent Acquisition Team at to apply!

Role: Junior Buyer - Menswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office-based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Junior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. Role Responsibilities Critical Path Management • Manage critical path timelines and ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Agree and plan key sign off dates based on category lead times., • You will review the ranges and trade open to buy maintain launch integrity. Systems • Maintain data accuracy by effectively utilizing BRP systems., • Ensure all necessary approvals are completed in line with the critical path for PIM., • Confirm supplier compliance through the timely and accurate completion of SCOM requirements. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges for all channels and secure sign-off from senior stakeholders., • Negotiate costs, deliveries, and monitor KPIs to achieve delivery and margin targets., • Build a range with price architecture, based on market research and business KPI’s, • Drive in-season trading decisions to optimise profitability and control commitments., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy., • Support the building of the departmental strategy for the category., • Support the Tech and Design function in the fit process., • Work Supporting the Partners team Wholesale division to place orders, trade and showcase ranges where required., • Present the category to key stakeholders to support the execution of the vision through marketing, digital, and other selling channels. People & Management • Train and develop Assistant buyers and Trainee Buyers, • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, merchandising, finance, tech teams, finance and other key stakeholders, • Build strong relationships with the supply base to support product execution and CP., • Own and drive own personal development, seeking out opportunities for personal growth., • Uphold company values in all external and internal interactions. Business Values and Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace by living and breathing our values in everything you do. Champion our mission creating meaningful connections with customers, colleagues, and communities while ensuring every decision reflects our brand purpose, • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times’ Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Junior Buyer level or above., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyze data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☐ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Role: Senior Buyer - Menswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Senior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. You will drive the team to deliver a budget beating department. Role Responsibilities Category Strategy & Leadership • Own and deliver the end-to-end category strategy, including seasonal vision and long-term growth plans., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges with price architecture informed by market research., • Negotiate costs, monitor KPIs, and ensure product fit integrity., • Support wholesale division and deliver seasonal vision., • Collaborate with Buying Manager/Head of Buying on strategy and innovation. Critical Path Management • Manage timelines and sign-off dates to ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Oversee trading and planning calendar and maintain launch integrity. Systems & Compliance • Maintain data accuracy and ensure approvals and compliance., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users. Financial Accountability • Own margin, profitability, and budget sign-off., • Make in-season trading decisions to optimize profitability and manage commitments. Cross-Functional Influence • Represent category strategy at senior and board-level meetings., • Influence company-wide initiatives and seasonal vision presentations. Supplier Strategy • Lead global supplier negotiations and secure strategic partnerships., • Maintain strong supplier relationships to support product execution. Trend & Market Leadership • Define seasonal direction and influence design and marketing., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy and price architecture. People Leadership & Collaboration • Manage, train, and develop Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Trainees., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, merchandising, tech, marketinga and finance teams. Business Values & Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission., • Champion social and environmental initiatives within your remit. Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Buyer or senior buyer level., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyse data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs., • Expert negotiation and ability to secure strategic supplier agreements., • Leadership and people development skills for managing and mentoring teams., • Commercial decision-making with strong analytical and strategic thinking., • Systems proficiency (e.g., BRP, PIM) and ability to maintain data accuracy., • Market insight and trend forecasting expertise. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague-funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Role Title: Senior Merchandiser Department: Merchandising Reports To: Merchandising Manager / Head of Merchandising Contract Type: Full-Time (35 hours), Permanent Working Arrangements/Pattern: Monday-Friday (hybrid working 3 days in the office) Working Location: Havant, Hampshire Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary The Senior Merchandiser plays a pivotal leadership role within the Merchandising function, driving the financial and strategic performance of their category and contributing to the wider department strategy. Acting as a deputy to the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising, the role ensures robust planning, trading excellence, and effective team development, while delivering commercial outcomes aligned with the FatFace brand and values. The Senior Merchandiser partners closely with Buying, Design, Next, and cross functional teams to deliver compelling, profitable ranges across all channels, while developing and supporting junior team members. Role Responsibilities Department Leadership & Deputising • Deputise for the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising on departmental activities when required., • Provide senior input into department decision making, strategy, and problem solving., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Financial Planning & Performance Management • Lead monthly roll‑ups, margin reviews, and financial summaries, tracking performance against plan at category and department level in line with budget targets., • Own and manage Category Planning tools (Cat Plan) and stock walk‑throughs, ensuring accuracy of intake, spend, sales, markdowns, and terminal stock., • Measure category and department actuals versus plan, identifying risks and opportunities and proposing action., • Drive Open to Buy (OTB) management to optimise stock levels, availability, and cash flow efficiency. Support management with department roll ups., • Develop and present markdown and promotional proposals that maximise sales and margin.Support management with department roll ups. Strategy & Business Development • Collaborate with Merch Manager/Head of Merchandising on strategy and innovation., • Support and help lead departmental strategy meetings, taking ownership for defined categories., • Deliver robust financial category planning aligned to seasonal and long term business goals., • Prepare business cases for new product areas, collaborations, and growth opportunities., • Accountable for product strategies relating to seasonal peaks, new stores, space changes, and additional channels. Systems & Web Readiness (NEXT Product System) • Set up line flows and load budgets pre‑season within the NEXT product system., • Provide clear direction on launch strategies such as Early Release and Mid Phase Drops to support Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers., • Ensure consistent delivery of web readiness and publishing standards across all categories. Range Planning & Sign‑off • Lead lessons learned reviews to inform and improve future range planning decisions., • Oversee option planning and thumbnail development aligned to financial category plans., • Chair range review meetings, ensuring options are ranked, budgeted, and aligned to financial and option plans., • Finalise estimates and distributions using competition curves to tie back to agreed budgets., • Own the collation of signoff packs, including line level attribution, buy data, and KPIs., • Lead range signoff meetings with Buying, Design, and technical teams., • Manage relationships with Partners and NEXT Branch Merchandising teams to ensure clear communication and alignment. Contract Management & Critical Path • Accountable for all merchandising actions within the Contract Tracker, ensuring delivery to critical path and agreed spend., • Monitor and enforce critical path adherence across the merchandising team to support successful launches. Trading & In Season Management • Set clear weekly trading priorities for the team., • Deliver concise trade summaries with actionable category insights., • Maintain and accurately update the budget tracker on a weekly basis., • Review in season forecasts and actuals, confirming stock management actions and risks, aligning to company budgets., • Measure the effectiveness of markdowns and promotions, implementing corrective actions where required., • Chair weekly pre trade meetings to align priorities for upcoming trading periods. Supplier Management • Lead supplier meetings, production planning, and forecasting reviews., • Manage performance against plan, addressing variances and driving corrective actions in line with department strategies., • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long term growth and quality delivery. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach, and develop Merchandisers/Juniors, Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers through regular 1‑2‑1s, appraisals, and development planning., • Identify capability gaps and deliver training and peer learning opportunities., • Set clear expectations and priorities aligned to departmental objectives and critical path delivery., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users., • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission. Broader Merchandising Contribution • Lead regular store visits and competitor shops to inform commercial and ranging decisions., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, buying, tech, and finance teams., • Contribute to cross functional initiatives with VM, Retail Operations, Ecommerce, and Marketing., • Champion sustainability initiatives within merchandising activity., • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times. Skills and Experience • Extensive experience in a merchandising role, with proven success in financial planning and category management., • Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of developing high performing merchandising teams., • Advanced analytical capability and confidence using merchandising systems and reporting tools., • Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills., • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with and influence cross functional stakeholders., • Commercially driven with a strategic mindset and a passion for delivering long term, sustainable growth. Role Competencies Commercial Acumen – Strong understanding of financial drivers and trading levers. Strategic Thinking – Ability to translate insight into long term category and department plans. Leadership & Coaching – Inspires, develops, and empowers others to perform at their best. Collaboration – Builds trusted relationships across Buying, Design, Supply Chain, and NEXT partners. Decision Making – Confident and timely decision making backed by data and insight. Ownership & Accountability – Takes responsibility for outcomes, driving delivery against plan. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☒ NEXT Business Partners ☒ FatFace Directors ☒ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☒ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme

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We are now looking for a Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Consultant to join the team and help deliver a range of customer engagements. The right person for this role will already have a track record and pedigree in delivering GRC consultant to a varied customer base. You will be comfortable in t

A global professional services firm in Greater London is looking for a Compliance Manager. This role entails managing client relationships, drafting compliance documentation, and providing regulatory advice to clients. Candidates should have proven experience in a compliance role and a deep understa

OT Security Compliance Consultant – IEC 62443. As an OT Security Compliance Consultant, you will take ownership of reviewing and reworking an existing CSMS framework to ensure alignment with IEC 62443 requirements. IT security consultant with proven, hands‑on OT exposure.

Participates in developing Compliance programs and acts as a contact point within the Client Compliance Services Team for Compliance inquiries from Internal Partners. Identifies, measures, and documents Compliance risk to enhance Compliance risk assessments and assess the appropriateness of Complian

Global Entity Compliance, Senior Consultant. Our rapidly expanding international team offers Computershare clients a comprehensive range of corporate governance, advisory, and global entity compliance services. You will oversee service delivery and supervise the work of consultants supporting your c

Solutions Consultant - Fraud and Financial Crime Compliance. This role is within the Solutions Consulting team supporting LNRS’ end to end Financial Crime and Compliance Lifecycle Management Platform - RiskNarrative. The Solutions Consultant role within the RiskNarrative SC team will place you in

The Amazon Web Services Professional Services (ProServe) team is seeking a skilled Delivery Consultant to join our team at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Possessing a deep understanding of AWS products and services, as a Delivery Consultant you will be proficient in architecting complex, scalable, and s

A leading defense consultancy in the UK is seeking a Cyber Security Consultant to join their Information Assurance and Cyber Risk team.

Within a compliance function at an asset manager, or. Hands‑on experience configuring or implementing compliance platforms. Consultants collaborate with clients to understand their business problems, analyze their current business processes, understand the clients’ success criteria, translate th

Undertaking compliance projects, monitoring reviews, and drafting compliance collateral both internally and externally. Providing strategic compliance advice over multiple regulators, anticipating the regulatory compliance needs of our clients. They are looking for a Senior Consultant with SEC / CFT

Senior Compliance Consultant-Payments/E-Money. Consultant specialising in Regulatory Compliance & Financial Crime Recruitment | B-Corp Certified | Coopman Search & Selection. Coopman Search & Selection are delighted to partner with an award‑winning and specialist compliance and regulatory consulta

Provide consultancy guidance and support to members on the key general insurance regulatory requirements through visits and/or requests for compliance support, helping to embed a compliant culture within Network members. Experience of working in a compliance consultancy role within a general insuran

A leading financial services provider is seeking a dynamic Senior Solutions Consultant in the UK to drive sales for Fraud and Compliance solutions.

Implementation Consultant - Compliance. You would be supporting our Signal platform, which manages Investment Compliance Monitoring (ICM), forming part of a global team across Europe, North America, India and South Africa. As an Implementation Consultant responsible for Signal, beyond execution, you

A compliance consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in London to support clients in the insurance and financial services sectors.

A consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced security consultant for a contract of 4-12 months. The role involves reviewing and assessing existing security capabilities, devising action plans for compliance, and managing project activities to ensure both physical site and in

A global security service provider is seeking a GRC Security Consultant to manage cyber and information security framework, ensuring compliance with regulations.

This is an on-site position aimed at ensuring regulatory compliance across various organizations. A specialist recruitment partner is seeking a full-time GRC Consultant located in the London Area. This role involves implementing Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks, conducting risk assessment