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  • Business Development Executive
    Business Development Executive
    18 hours ago
    £41700–£43000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Position Details Job Title: Business Development Executive SOC Code: 3554 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £41,700 – £43,000 per annum Office Location: London Position Overview The Business Development Executive will play a central role in driving Seashell Beauty Ltd’s commercial growth, market expansion, and strategic partnerships. The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, developing sales channels, and expanding both B2C and B2B revenue streams, with particular emphasis on nail boxes, press-on nails, and salon resale programmes. The Business Development Executive will be responsible for building relationships with nail salons, beauty professionals, and commercial partners, supporting the launch of new sales platforms, and contributing to revenue growth through structured business development initiatives. This role is essential in strengthening Seashell’s market position, increasing product adoption, and supporting long-term commercial sustainability. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales Growth • Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities to expand sales of nail boxes, press-on nails, and related beauty products across the UK market., • Support the development of new revenue streams, including salon resale programmes, B2B partnerships, and social commerce channels., • Assist in setting commercial objectives, sales targets, and growth strategies in line with company expansion plans., • Track sales performance and prepare reports to support forecasting and strategic decision-making. Salon Partnerships & B2B Expansion • Build and manage relationships with nail salons, beauty professionals, and industry partners., • Promote Seashell’s press-on nail sets and curated nail boxes as retail products for salon resale., • Prepare commercial proposals, partnership materials, and pricing structures for salon collaborations., • Support pilot programmes, ambassador initiatives, and affiliate partnerships with salons and beauty influencers. Digital & Platform-Based Business Development • Support the expansion of sales activity across digital and social commerce platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, and future TikTok Shop operations., • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure product positioning and promotional strategies support revenue growth objectives., • Monitor platform performance and customer engagement to identify opportunities for increased conversion and sales. Market Research & Commercial Analysis • Conduct market and competitor research relating to press-on nails, nail boxes, salon retail models, and beauty e-commerce trends., • Identify emerging market opportunities, customer needs, and partnership prospects., • Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support product development, pricing, and market entry strategies. Client Relationship Management & Retention • Support the management of B2B and key customer relationships to ensure ongoing engagement and repeat business., • Assist in the implementation of customer retention initiatives, loyalty schemes, and follow-up strategies., • Maintain accurate client and partner records in compliance with GDPR requirements. Internal Collaboration & Commercial Support • Work closely with marketing, operations, and fulfilment teams to support product launches and sales initiatives., • Coordinate sales materials, presentations, and commercial documentation., • Ensure consistent brand representation and professional communication across all business development activities. Skills, Qualifications & Experience • Proven experience in business development, sales, or commercial growth roles., • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills., • Ability to identify opportunities, develop partnerships, and support revenue growth., • Analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends., • Experience within the beauty, cosmetics, fashion, or retail sectors is highly desirable., • Strong organisational skills, time management, and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously., • Professional, proactive, and commercially focused approach to work., • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary of £41,700 – £43,000 per annum, • 28 days’ paid annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, • Performance-based incentives linked to business growth, • Opportunities for career progression within a growing and ambitious beauty brand, • Supportive and collaborative working environment

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  • Sushi Chef
    Sushi Chef
    4 days ago
    £18–£25 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Sushi Chef (Freelance / Development Stage → Ongoing Work) PUSHI is a new, premium food concept launching in the UK, specialising in push-pop sushi — a modern, fusion take on sushi designed for events, pop-ups and private catering. I am currently at the development and testing stage of the business and am looking to connect with an experienced Sushi Chef to collaborate on creating a small tasting menu (4 signature push-pop sushi flavours) to finalise recipes, flavour profiles and presentation. This initial phase is a paid tasting / development session, with the intention of progressing into ongoing freelance, event-based and pop-up work once the brand officially launches and orders begin. This role would suit a chef who enjoys creative development, modern fusion flavours, and flexible freelance work rather than a traditional restaurant setting. What the role involves? Stage 1 – Development (Immediate): • Collaborating on a 4-item push-pop sushi tasting menu, • Helping refine flavours, textures and portioning, • Advising on prep efficiency and consistency Stage 2 – Launch & Growth (Post-Launch): • Preparing sushi for pop-ups, private events and catering orders, • Freelance / ad-hoc work as bookings come in, • Potential for regular collaboration as the business grows and the opportunity to lead a team in the kitchen as demands and orders grow What I’m looking for? • Experience as a Sushi Chef (restaurant, catering or freelance), • Comfortable with fusion flavours and modern presentation, • Reliable, professional, and open to working with a startup brand, • Food hygiene certified (or willing to obtain), • UK right to work, • A passion for sushi and for becoming a leader playing with flavour and fashion What’s on offer? • Paid development / tasting session, • Ongoing freelance, event-based paid work, • Opportunity to be involved from the early stages of a UK-first food concept, • Creative input while the brand is being shaped Important to note This is not a full-time position at this stage. It is ideal for chefs who: • Freelance, • Work part-time elsewhere, • Enjoy pop-ups and events, • Want to be part of a growing concept from the start and grow with the business How to apply Please get in touch with: • A brief summary of your experience, • Your availability, • Any social media / portfolio (if available) The ideal candidate I am looking for someone who is passionate about sushi and has a fun energy to work with who is passionate about flavour and progressing with this brand and business

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  • Cafe Manager
    Cafe Manager
    15 days ago
    £30000–£35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Job title: Cafe Manager, House of Bandits Cafe (by Sarabande) Location: Tottenham, London Salary: £30-35k, dependent on experience Contract type: Full-time Start date: February 2026 About Sarabande Foundation Established by Lee Alexander McQueen, Sarabande is a charitable foundation supporting creative talent across fashion, art, design, and craft. As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and social impact, we are launching a new cafe space beside our Tottenham studios and looking for a dynamic and driven Cafe Manager to lead it. The Role This is an exciting opportunity to shape a brand-new business in the heart of Tottenham, a rapidly evolving part of London. As Cafe Manager, you’ll have the freedom to bring your ideas to life, build a vibrant, welcoming space, and create meaningful connections with the local community. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture and success of the cafe while supporting Sarabande’s broader mission. Key Responsibilities • Operations management: oversee the day-to-day running of the café, ensuring high standards of service, hygiene, and food safety, • Team leadership: recruit, train, and manage a small team of staff, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, • Marketing: lead on café marketing and promotion, developing a strategy that focuses on community connections, increasing footfall and revenue, and establishing the cafe within the local area, • Customer experience: Deliver outstanding customer service, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors, • Menu development: work with local suppliers (where possible) and partners to develop a fresh, seasonal, and sustainable menu that reflects Sarabande’s values, • Financial oversight: work with Sarabande’s finance team to manage budgets, stock, and ordering; monitor sales and costs to ensure profitability, • Community engagement: Collaborate with the wider Sarabande team to integrate the café into the Foundation’s public programme of events and exhibition, whilst upholding Sarabande’s commitment to creativity, community, and sustainability Person Specification Essential • Previous experience managing or supervising in a cafe, hospitality, or similar retail environment, • Experience in stock and budget management, • Strong leadership and organisational skills, • Passion for delivering excellent customer service, • A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to take initiative, • Barista experience and/or food hygiene certification, • Experience launching or developing a new food & beverage offering, • Connection to or knowledge of Tottenham and its community, • Interest in or experience working with charities, arts organisations, or creative enterprises To Apply We are currently accepting applications so please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining why you're interested in this role and what you would bring.

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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    27 days ago
    £15–£16 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    The Restaurant In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar takes inspiration from the Thai-Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the thrilling sport of Speedboat racing along the canals (klongs) of Thailand. The menu explores the ingredients, flavours and techniques that took Luke to Bangkok and its unique foodways; Chinese in origin but now uniquely Thai. A masterclass in wok cooking, roasted meats and spicy sauces, each hinging on the specialist Thai herbs and ingredients cultivated and grown at Luke’s nursery, Ryewater, in Dorset. The bar focuses on sharing Singha beer towers, slushies and chasers; the signature Speedboat cocktails – Snakesblood Negroni; Shop Window Old Fashioned; and Jelly Bia made with frozen Leo Lager; as well as softs such as a Snakefruit soda. The Position We're looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are! If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Prior experience as a Chef de Partie within a fast-paced quality, restaurant;, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself • Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants, • Retail & Takeaway Discounts, • Code App Membership Look After Yourself • Additional £15 for late finish (Fri & Sat), • Discounted Gym Membership, • 24/7 Online GP, • Company Donations for your involvement with Charities, • Employee Assistance Program, • Access to Financial Advice, • Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself • Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar, • A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge, • Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself • Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral, • Staff parties & long service awards

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  • Marketing Manager – Creative Fashion Accessories & 3D Printed Designs
    Marketing Manager – Creative Fashion Accessories & 3D Printed Designs
    1 month ago
    £35000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Location: London, UK Working Hours: Full-time (32 hours/week) Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year About Persona Beauty Persona Beauty is a growing creative brand based in the UK, specialising in custom nail art, eyelashes, and 3D-printed fashion accessories. Our products blend Eastern aesthetics, cosplay culture, and modern creative design. We operate a multi-channel e-commerce model and an in-house design studio pipeline, spanning: • Two London retail locations, • Pop-up events & fashion/art exhibitions, • Shopify online store, • Xiaohongshu (RED) promotion, • B2B partnerships for 3D-printed fashion accessories/installations, • UK cosplay & ACG (2D culture) communities, • A strong UK-based Asian customer base We are now seeking a full-time Marketing Manager to take the lead in brand strategy, content creation, and multi-platform marketing. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies (online & offline), • Manage and grow brand presence on Instagram, TikTok, Xiaohongshu (RED), and Shopify, • Produce high-quality Chinese & English content: photos, videos, product posts, storytelling captions, • Write engaging Xiaohongshu-style content (Chinese copywriting essential), • Plan and support pop-up events, exhibitions, cosplay-related activities, and product launches, • Collaborate with influencers, KOLs, and cosplay/creative communities, • Organise photoshoots, video shoots, and visual asset management, • Strengthen consistent brand identity and creative direction, • Conduct market research and identify new growth opportunities, • Prepare marketing materials for B2B partnerships, • Analyse marketing performance and provide monthly reports Key Requirements • Experience in marketing, content creation, brand management, and media management, • Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Marketing, Media, Advertising, Business Management, Creative Design, or related fields preferred, • Strong Chinese writing ability required (Xiaohongshu content creation), • Familiar with social media platform algorithms and traffic rules, especially Instagram, TikTok, and Xiaohongshu, • Knowledge of content trends on Xiaohongshu, Instagram, TikTok, • Interest in cosplay, ACG culture, fashion, beauty, or 3D design, • Strong aesthetic sense; ability to produce visuals is a plus, • Creative, proactive, detail-oriented, • Excellent Chinese & English communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing What We Offer • Salary: £35,000–£45,000 per year, • Full-time position with stable hours (32 hrs/week), • Creative, supportive work environment, • Opportunities to participate in cosplay shows, 3D fashion installations, pop-ups, and more, • Real growth and leadership opportunities as the brand expands, • A chance to shape the identity of a culturally distinctive, innovative brand We look forward to welcoming you to Persona Beauty.

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  • Marketing & Business Development Executive
    Marketing & Business Development Executive
    1 month ago
    £24000–£36000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Marketing & Business Development Executive (Full-time / Part-time options available) ABOUT US IDEA Design Hub CIC (IDEA) is a UK-based social enterprise originally founded in Hong Kong in 2009. Since expanding to London in 2021, IDEA has continued its mission to inspire learning and innovation through design, empowering children and young people to think creatively, collaborate effectively, and shape a more empathetic world. OUR VISION At IDEA, we believe that Design Thinking, Creativity, and Empathy are essential tools for building a better future. Our name reflects our philosophy "Involve in Design, Empower with Action" as we nurture children’s ability to learn through making, exploring, and meaningful collaboration. We strive to make creative education accessible to all, helping young people discover confidence, imagination, and problem-solving through art, architecture, and design. OUR PROGRAMMES Since 2009, IDEA has delivered a wide range of creative, hands-on learning programmes across the UK, Hong Kong, Cambodia, India, and Nepal, engaging children from diverse backgrounds through innovative and inclusive design-based learning. Our programmes include: • After-school Clubs – Little Architect, Little Fashion Designer, Comic, Manga & Anime Drawing, Digital Art & Video Game Clubs, • Community Design Projects – Outdoor Learning Space Design, Age-friendly and Sensory Garden Design for SEND, • Holiday, Activities and Food (HAF) Programmes, • School Building Project, • Public Furniture Design & Build Events, • Creative Training Workshops OUR RECOGNITIONS & PARTNERS IDEA collaborates with a global network of schools, cultural institutions, and community partners to create meaningful learning experiences for children and young people. In 2015, IDEA was honoured by UN Volunteers as one of the Five Hundred Stories, recognising our impact in advancing the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) through volunteering and education. London • Department of Education, Borough of Bromley, • Shepherds Bush Library, Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, • Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, • Partnerships with 25+ Primary Schools including:, • Hammersmith & Fulham: Greenside Primary School, Kenmont Primary School, St John XXIII Catholic Primary School, The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School and Holy Cross RC Primary School, • Richmond upon Thames: St John the Baptist Junior School, • Kingston upon Thames: St Agatha’s Catholic Primary School, • Westminster: Gateway Academy, • Haringey: Eden Primary School Hong Kong • Ying Wa College, • Caritas Wong Tai Sin Centre, • Youth Outreach Hong Kong, • The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Cambodia • Cambodian Children’s Advocacy Foundation, • National Technical Training Institute India • Kalki Welfare Society, • Allam’s Creative Nepal • Future Village Nepal THE ROLE We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Marketing and Business Development Executive to join our expanding team in London. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, relationship-driven individual who thrives in a creative, purpose-led environment. You will lead efforts to grow IDEA’s reach and partnerships, connecting with schools, local authorities, and community organisations, while driving business development, outreach, and engagement initiatives that strengthen IDEA’s mission and impact. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on relationship building, ideal for someone who is passionate about education, design, and social innovation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Identify and pursue new business and partnership opportunities across education, community, and creative sectors., • Build and nurture long-term relationships with schools, cultural institutions, and local authorities., • Develop tailored proposals and partnership models that align with client and community needs., • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities., • Collaborate with the marketing and creative teams to design campaigns that promote IDEA’s programmes and social mission., • Represent IDEA at events, meetings, and presentations with confidence and professionalism., • Negotiate partnership agreements and manage the business development pipeline using Salesforce or equivalent CRM tools., • Provide insights and feedback to the management team to inform growth strategy and programme development. ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or sales, ideally within education, creative industries, or community organisations., • Excellent communication, presentation, and networking skills., • Strong organisational and time management abilities., • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver against targets., • Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems., • Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related discipline., • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a business development or client-facing role. DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES • Experience in art, design, or creative education., • Understanding of social enterprise models and community engagement approaches., • Knowledge of the London education and cultural landscape., • Enthusiasm for design thinking and innovation in learning. PERSONAL QUALITIES • Empathetic and perceptive, with a genuine passion for people and creative learning., • Professional, articulate, and engaging communicator., • Creative problem-solver who enjoys developing new ideas and partnerships., • Adaptable, resilient, and energised by challenges., • Collaborative team player with an entrepreneurial mindset. WHAT WE OFFER • A chance to join a purpose-driven organisation making a measurable social impact., • Opportunities to shape IDEA’s growth and partnerships strategy., • Supportive, creative, and collaborative working culture., • Flexible working arrangements., • Continuous professional development and creative freedom., • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Experience: Business development: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person

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