Reporting into the Head of PR, UK the Archive Manager will be responsible for maintaining and organising our extensive fashion archives which include a range of products and materials from previous collections. The role will work closely with the wider Communications and Design teams to manage the storage and identification of garments needed for research or events.,

Coordination and management of the archive inventory across all product categories, split into founders personal archive & business archive.
Collaborate with the PR sample team at end of sample season to separate items for archive
Ensure proper care of inventory products of key custom and celebrity items
Maintenance of archive inventory on Fashion GPS
Continue to lead the archive re-organization project over several teams under the Storage Director
Travel required on a weekly basis to Biggleswade, Bedfordshire to visit Archive
Organise and catalogue archive items, ensuring they are easily accessible for research and inspiration
Work with the creative and design teams to identify key pieces and collections to be featured in upcoming projects when requested
Proactively research preservation techniques to ensure all garments are stored in best practice manner to prevent damage or deterioration
Coordinate the loan of archive items for projects such as museum exhibitions, ensuring that all necessary arrangements and contracts are in place and logged formally
Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for utilising the archives
Ability to handle items in diverse formats and conditions as necessary to the role in accordance with procedures relating to manual handling and working at height.
Familiarity with best practice for garment preservation and conservation desired
Some manual handling of lifting and carrying boxes and garment clothing bags

Able to work in different environments - office and warehouse locations
Previous experience using Fashion GPS desired
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Highly organised and meticulous attention to detail
Ability to project manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Great communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
Self-starter, able to carry out methodical work
Ability to work unsupervised and as a member of a team.

Working at Stella McCartney is a truly rewarding experience. As a luxury fashion company with a strong ethical standpoint we are leaders and innovators in our industry.

Our philosophy is to go beyond monetary return and consider ourselves responsible for your wellbeing, your family, your health, your time and the community.
Up to 50% discount on Stella McCartney products
Matched pension contribution up to 6%
Extensive private medical and critical illness insurance, as well as life assurance
Annual Health Screening
25 days annual leave (not including Bank Holidays) + 1 day of Birthday leave
Flexible working/core hours
Enhanced Maternity/paternity packages
Matched Give as You Earn charity scheme
Discounted gym and fitness memberships (Classpass)
Health cash plan
Physical and Mental Wellbeing Support Services
Employee referral bonus
Optional/ Paid Benefits: Season ticket loan, cycle to work and tech schemes, travel and dental insurance and much more.

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