Head of Visual Merchandising

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Head of Visual Merchandising to join a leading trend-driven fashion retailer based in Dublin. This role offers the opportunity to lead the visual strategy across a dynamic retail estate, shaping the brand's visual identity while driving commercial success. The position requires someone passionate about fashion, creativity, and retail excellence, with previous experience managing visual merchandising or retail teams and availability across weekdays and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement the comprehensive visual merchandising strategy for all stores.
• Lead and mentor the Visual Merchandising team to achieve exceptional performance.
• Maintain consistent brand standards and visual guidelines throughout the retail locations.
• Design compelling seasonal and promotional visual concepts that engage customers and boost sales.
• Collaborate with Buying, Merchandising, Marketing, and Retail Operations teams to execute commercial campaigns.
• Analyse sales data and customer preferences to optimise product displays and store layouts.
• Manage new store openings, refurbishments, relocations, and concept introductions.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in fashion, design, and retail to drive innovation.
• Regularly visit stores to assess standards, provide coaching, and enforce compliance.
• Develop visual merchandising guidelines, training programs, and best practice documentation.
• Utilise commercial analytics and KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of visual initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential earnings up to €42,000 per year plus bonus opportunities.
• Generous staff discount available across the brand.
• Creative autonomy to influence store concepts and seasonal campaigns.
• Clear career advancement prospects within a growing, trend-oriented company.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership and key commercial divisions.