Tailor/seamstress
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
THE BRAND
At DIVALUKKY, we are known for our signature style which includes structured, elaborate pieces and contoured silhouettes. Our style always has a contemporary twist, which combined with absolutely gorgeous fabrics, delicate embellishments and embroideries, result in breathtaking pieces for the bold, modern, sophisticated and glamorous women.
We design all our pieces by hand, making sure that the quality and fit are absolutely perfect for you.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced seamstress or tailor to join our team in Watford. We are looking for a professional who has the skills and patience to make custom clothing in faced paced environment, while producing a high-quality final product. The Seamstress/Tailor must be capable of sewing and understanding patterns from start to finish and using sustainable materials, and also have an innate sense of what a quality garment should feel like. Furthermore, the Tailor must have good knowledge of sustainable fabrics and experience with garment design, while also being highly skilled with a sewing machine.
Responsibilities:
- Be able to read patterns and create products from that pattern.
- Know how to use an industrial sewing machine and overlocker.
- Be able to cut the fabric into desired shape, length and size.
- Thorough understanding of garment construction.
MUST have at least 2 years tailoring/seamstress experience in a professional environment
* Have a sharp eye for detail
Salary: £10-£12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- WATFORD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Sewing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: £10.00-£12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Watford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Sewing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Tailor/seamstress roles across DIVALUKKY's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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