Suit Specialist Tailor

We’re taking a stand against bad fits and broken things. We demand a change in standards, clothes that fit better and last longer. Clothes that save water, carbon, textiles, time and money from going to waste. We want to make change the new standard.Our mission is to enable the enjoyment of fashion without damage to people or the planet.Apply by emailing careers@sojo.ukJOB DESCRIPTION
As part of our tailor team at our own studio, you’ll be working on alterations and repairs of items from high-end luxury to the everyday customer.KEY COMPETENCIES
Experience working with suit jackets and trousersShortening sleeves from the shoulderHandsewing finishing skillsLOOKING FOR
We don’t expect you to have everything in this list, but if you have some of these skills as well as the core competencies, we’d love to hear from you.Tailoring experience in a variety of garments and fabricsComfortable and capable using industrial machines such as overlocker and industrial ironsKnowledge of how to repair menswearKnowledge of fitting garments, alterations, repairs, re-sizing and quality controlKnowledge of various fabrics, material properties and clothing constructionKnowledge of pattern cutting, hand sewing and garment decorationExperience in hand sewing and finishing, including the final decoration such as attaching buttons and labelsExperience working with customers in person, pinning and customer interactionsABOUT YOU
Ability to maintain high standards between each order, with excellent attention to detail and efficient working patterns whilst delivering on time for deadlinesGood written and spoken English skillsYou love to problem solve and collaborate with others to come up with effective solutionYou ask questions when unsure and provide insights to any challenges you faceWHAT WE OFFER
We are building a core studio team, and would love a suit specialist to be a part of that. If you''re looking for something freelance, please still reach out.London Living Wage to £28k30 days holiday (including bank holidays)Sick payPension contributionsFree tailoring and repairs through the SOJO app or web for up to 5 items per yearAn environment which values each team member’s hands, heads and hearts and doesn’t seek people to join as a cog in a machine.A positive, social and values-led working environment with other SOJO team membersInvolvement in a role and company with meaningful impactApply by emailing careers@sojo.uk
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