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Fashion and Lifestyle Recruitment

We connect fashion and lifestyle talent with brands through belonging-driven recruitment — helping people make decisions that last. When work feels right, people stay. Belonging Builds Futures.

How We Connect and Recommend

It starts with a need—a brand looking to add to their team, or a person ready for their next move.

 

In fashion, accessories, footwear, beauty, and homeware, roles shift fast, and expectations are changing.

 

In a world where brands and candidates struggle to be seen and heard, finding the right connection is tougher than ever. That’s where we come in.

 

Through our Belonging-Driven Recruitment approach, we put people first, relationships second, and business third. It means we listen closely, understand and reveal where people and places belong.

 

We help brands find who they’ll want to keep. We help people find where they’ll want to stay.

 

And it works.

 

83% of the candidates we placed between October 2022 and September 2023 remain employed by the same company. Data as of October 2025. 

 

That’s lasting connection.

 

 

Discover the Fashion Role You Belong In

Discover the Fashion Role You Belong In

Latest Fashion & Lifestyle Roles, Tailored for You

Permanent
North West

QC Garment Technologist

Warehouse QC Garment Technologist Manchester Role Overview: We are looking for a detail-driven Warehouse QC Garment Technologist. You will be responsible for checking inbound goods to ensure all products meet company quality standards, technical specifications, and customer expectations before being moved into stock. This role is key to protecting brand reputation and ensure the highest-quality garments to customers. Key Responsibilities: Inspect inbound deliveries to ensure garments meet approved specifications, size measurements, fabric standards, and finishing requirements. Check product quality against sealed samples, gold seals, and approved tech packs. Accurately record and report any faults, damages, or non-conformance issues to the Garment tech Manager and Buying manager Work closely with suppliers, warehouse, and buying teams to resolve any quality issues quickly and effectively. Maintain accurate QC records, reports, and tracking of all inspections carried out. Support the warehouse team in quarantining and escalating non-compliant stock. Ensure all QC checks are completed in line with company processes and deadlines. Carry out random spot checks of stock to monitor consistency of quality. Assist in updating QC guidelines and continuously improving inspection processes. Promote best practice in product handling, garment care, and compliance with company standards. QC check on high returns styles Skills & Experience Required: Previous experience in a QC / garment technologist role, ideally within fashion or apparel. Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and finishing standards. Excellent eye for detail with the ability to spot even minor defects. Confident using measurement tools and working to garment specifications. Good communication skills to report issues clearly and effectively. Organised, proactive, and able to work independently under pressure. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills within warehouse and head office functions. Basic IT skills (Excel, reporting systems). What's On Offer: Competitive salary Staff discount across all products Career development opportunities within a growing fashion brand Supportive and fast-paced working environment
Permanent
West Midlands

Senior Merchandiser

Senior Merchandiser Birmingham We are recruiting a ladies multi-product Senior Merchandiser for a leading Retailer who are going through a huge period of growth. Candidates must have a broad knowledge of multi-product within Ladieswear This role would suit candidates who are a good team player with a proactive approach This senior role will take accountability for maximising category performance through strategic range and stock planning for seasonal collections. Working with the wider merchandising team to ensure smooth production placement & intake planning. An exciting opportunity to join a growing merchandising team and implement new best practices and processes to facilitate the next stage of business growth. Responsibilities • Recommend product range structures, including option count and range depth, through data analytics. • Review sales and forecast future demand for all sales channels, planning the order volumes to achieve sales budgets. • Responsible for demand planning seasonal collections lines within the business, meeting availability targets & working with product teams to ensure commercial exit strategies. • Provide forward visibility of stock intake & inventory holding reports. • Review in-season stock opportunities and stock-out risks ensuring category profitability is maximised. • Ensure merchandising calendar and critical path deadlines are met to achieve stock delivery on time in full, providing forecast information to achieve where needed. • Line management of Merchandiser • Review and present weekly retail trade performance into the business. Experience and Skills: • Previous experience within a similar role for an Apparel business. • Strong analytical skills, ability to build reports, track performance, knowledge of forecast principles & implement demand planning practices. • Proficiency in merchandising tools and software, including Excel & Inventory management systems. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to collaborate effectively with other teams and external partners. • Ability to work independently as well as within a fast-paced team.
Permanent
North West

Junior Brand & Content Executive

Junior Brand & Content Executive Manchester We are looking for a confident, driven, and ambitious Junior Brand & Content Executive to support the growth of three consumer brands. This is a hands-on, creative role focused on organic brand growth, content creation, and community building across social platforms. You will play a key role in shaping how the brands look, sound, and show up online. This role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes social media, understands brand culture, and wants to build a long-term career in brand and marketing. You will support strategy execution while bringing fresh creative ideas to the table. Key Responsibilities Content Creation & Publishing Create high-quality, on-brand content across platforms (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) Film, edit, and publish short-form video and static content Manage posting schedules and ensure consistent brand presence Adapt content to suit each brand’s tone, audience, and positioning Brand Building & Creative Development Develop and pitch new creative concepts and content ideas Stay on top of social trends and apply them in a brand-relevant way Help define and maintain brand identity across all organic channels Support campaign launches, drops, and key brand moments Influencer & UGC Management Identify and outreach to influencers and creators aligned with the brands Manage relationships with creators and UGC partners Source, brief, and organise UGC content for organic and paid usage Track performance and feedback to improve future collaborations Community & Growth Support engagement with the community (comments, DMs where required) Help grow follower base and brand awareness organically Assist with brand collaborations and partnerships About You Required Confident, proactive, and highly self-motivated Genuinely passionate about brand, fashion/lifestyle, and social media Comfortable being on camera and working with creators Strong understanding of Instagram and TikTok culture Organised, reliable, and eager to learn Ambitious and hungry to grow within a brand environment Desirable (Not Essential) Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, etc.) Experience creating content for brands or personal social channels Understanding of influencer marketing and UGC Awareness of how organic content supports paid advertising What’s on Offer Opportunity to work closely with established and growing brands Hands-on mentorship under an experienced Head of Brand A creative, fast-paced environment with room for progression The chance to make a real impact on brand growth and direction Career Progression This role is designed for someone at the start of their career who wants to grow into a senior brand, content, or marketing role. Performance-led progression and increased responsibility will be available to the right candidate.
Permanent
North West

Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager Manchester Role Overview We are looking for a confident, well established and driven paid marketing manager to manage marketing channels on various inhouse and partner brands. Role Responsibilities: Manage paid marketing channels for the business. Meta, Google, Klaviyo Working with marketing executive to align marketing concept / direction for each brand / season. Liaise with internal and external team members to ensure correct volume and style of content. Set budgets with directors for each brand / season Create marketing strategy for each collection Manage creation of ads / e-mails / posts with marketing executive Hold seasonal monthly and weekly meetings with directors and marketing team to plan and report on paid marketing channels. Monitor and report on performance on weekly basis to directors. Actively manage the paid ads in a hands on manner. This role requires a hands on team member who has a history of success in a similar field / position / market.
Permanent
West Midlands

Senior Ladieswear Buyer

Senior Ladieswear Buyer Birmingham We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Ladieswear Buyer for a growing Ladies Retailer / Ecommerce business. Their ethos is that life should be about living for the moment, getting out there and enjoying yourself - and the clothes reflect this Purpose of the role: You will help to lead the Ladieswear buying team in developing remarkable product across multiple categories and to identify new opportunities for sales growth. To source and negotiate prices to achieve overall targets and quality expectations To embed new process and be part of this successful business as it grows Main Activities: Work as part of the overall buying team to develop an exceptional range in line with our brand strategy. Place all initial orders in line with forecasts and agreed minimum quantities to ensure delivery. To ensure all administration of areas is up to date and accurate. To lead and develop a team. Analysis of market and competitor trends Presenting proposals for future range development Lead on supplier meetings – communications/negotiating prices/minimum quantities/lead times and range finalisation meetings. If you are experienced in Ladieswear and looking for a new challenge, please forward your CV
Permanent
West Yorkshire

Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer Leeds / Hybrid We are looking for a Junior Buyer to take ownership of Accessories, Nightwear and Swimwear categories. This is a hands-on buying role with responsibility for both product selection and product development, working closely with Design, Merchandising, QC, Marketing and E-Commerce teams to deliver exciting, commercial ranges that resonate with the customer. You will be responsible for managing your own product areas end-to-end, building strong supplier relationships, translating trends into commercial product, and driving sales and profit through well-planned, well-executed ranges. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of sourcing, developing and selecting product ranges across your categories Build, maintain and develop strong, effective supplier relationships Lead product development from concept through to delivery, managing the critical path and key deadlines Create and implement range plans and category strategies in line with brand direction and customer needs Monitor stock performance against KPIs and manage OTB accordingly Analyse trade, sales and margin performance, identifying risks and opportunities Contribute to planning, trade and sales meetings with clear, data-driven insight Communicate key information clearly to senior stakeholders, including Buyers, Head of Buying and Directors Identify growth opportunities within your categories through trend analysis and competitor benchmarking Translate relevant trends into commercially viable product appropriate for the brand Liaise closely with Merchandising, QC, Creative, Marketing and E-Commerce teams to maximise product performance Support marketing and e-commerce activity to drive online sales Carry out regular competitor analysis and market research Attend buying trips and relevant trade fairs in the UK and internationally as required Develop a growing understanding of trading across all departments About You Experience Experience at Senior Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer level within a fashion buying team Background in women’s clothing and/or accessories buying Experience of being responsible for your own product areas is desirable Strong understanding of critical path management Confident analysing sales, margin and stock data Experience working cross-functionally with QC, Merchandising, Creative and Marketing Proven ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships Negotiation experience Good market and competitor knowledge Desirable: Experience with a variety of supplier bases (direct, landed, global sourcing) Experience of range building and departmental strategy Attendance at relevant trade fairs

Knowledge Hub

Encore updates, ideas, and insight into how connection and purpose drive lasting work in fashion and lifestyle.

Anniversary
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Oct/25
Anniversary
Today, we’re celebrating five years of Encore Recruitment and the work we get to do with you.
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Why Connection Comes First in Recruitment — And What You Should Expect from Us
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Jul/25
Why Connection Comes First in Recruitment — And What You Should Expect from Us
In recruitment, nothing matters more than feeling seen and understood.
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Belonging Is a Hiring Standard, Not a Culture Bonus
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May/25
Belonging Is a Hiring Standard, Not a Culture Bonus
Belonging isn’t something that happens after someone joins. At Encore Recruitment, it’s built into every stage of our recruitment process, from first contact to feeling part of the team.
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