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FULL TIME AUPAIR – CAPE TOWN

We are looking for a bright, grounded and emotionally intelligent young woman to care for our daughter, Flora, who is almost four.

Flora is curious, verbal, strong willed in the best way, and full of imagination. She thrives on conversation, storytelling, music, mud, drawing, painting, dancing, long afternoons and beautifully unstructured play. She is a real joy to be around.

This is an integrated position within our family and creative working life. We are looking for someone warm, steady and culturally aware, whose presence feels calm and capable, and who we genuinely enjoy spending time with. Your energy and outlook will naturally shape Flora’s world.

The role requires genuine experience with children of this age and the confidence to operate comfortably within a creative, professional environment.

Key responsibilities

• Caring for Flora through play, conversation and daily rhythms.
• Collecting Flora from playgroup on selected days and managing transitions with ease.
• Spending weekday afternoons and Saturdays with Flora, primarily based at our clothing store and studio on Bree Street, and in nearby parks and outings.
• Supporting imaginative, child led exploration and creative play.
• Flexibility in structure during school holidays.
• One evening per week for a regular date night, agreed in advance.
• Accompanying the family on international travel when required, mainly to Lisbon.
• Clear, thoughtful and consistent communication with parents.

What we are looking for

• Minimum one full year of au pair experience in a long term placement.
• Experience with children aged 3 to 5.
• Warm, playful yet grounded.
• Naturally confident without being overbearing.
• Able to guide a strong little personality with calm authority.
• Comfortable in adult company and in a creative working environment.
• Valid first aid training.
• Driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Non smoker.
• Based in Cape Town, within reasonable distance of the city centre.

Hours and structure

• Monday to Friday, approximately 12:30 to 17:30.
• Some playgroup collections required.
• Saturdays, 9:00 to 15:30.
• One evening per week, approximately 17:30 to 21:00.
• Total weekly hours remain under 40h.
• Different hours during school holidays.

Position

Live out, full time role based in Cape Town.
Start date: Immediate.
Salary: R17,000 per month before tax, plus AA rate reimbursement for driving.
Minimum commitment of 12 months essential.

Please only apply if your experience, availability and approach genuinely align with the role.

RETAIL ASSISTANT – LISBON

We are looking for an experienced retail professional to join our Lisbon store.

Our space on Rua de São Bento is intimate and client focused. We value presence, discretion, product knowledge and genuine connection. Retail for us is thoughtful service, initiative and building lasting relationships.

We work with natural fabrics, considered silhouettes and pieces made with intention. The way we present and speak about our garments matters. Styling, product storytelling and care are central to how we sell.

This role requires maturity, sales confidence and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards.

Key responsibilities

• Welcoming and guiding clients with confidence and sensitivity.
• Styling clients and speaking knowledgeably about fit, fabric and how each piece is made.
• Closing sales with professionalism and integrity.
• Maintaining impeccable store presentation and atmosphere.
• Managing opening and closing procedures with discipline.
• Receiving, organising and caring for stock.
• Supporting inventory counts and stockroom order.
• Communicating clearly with management regarding sales and store needs.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in retail or the service industry.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English.
• Confidence in client interaction and closing sales.
• Experience in goal oriented environments will be valued.
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Long term mindset.
• Legal right to work in Portugal.

Hours and structure

• Full time position.
• Five days per week.
• Standard store hours 10:45 to 19:00.
• Weekly hours aligned with the 40 hour working week.

Position

Full time role based in Lisbon.
Base salary €1,000 net per month, plus commission based on performance.
Long term commitment essential.

Please only apply if your experience, availability and approach genuinely align with the role and our brands.

RETAIL ASSISTANT – CAPE TOWN

We are looking for an experienced Retail Assistant to join our team and bring a thoughtful, confident presence to our store. This is a client facing role that requires genuine styling ability, strong retail experience, and the instinct to create a warm and elegant atmosphere while maintaining the highest standards of presentation and service.

Key responsibilities

• Welcoming clients and guiding them through fittings with confidence, care and an intuitive sense of when to offer support and when to give space.
• Styling clients with an understanding of fit, fabric, proportion and silhouette, and building looks that feel personal and considered.
• Recommending complementary pieces and leading clients through a refined upsell process in a way that feels natural and genuine.
• Managing stock on the floor with accuracy, ensuring rails, mannequins and displays remain beautifully presented throughout the day.
• Processing sales and working confidently within our point of sale system (Lightspeed).
• Handling client communication in store and online, with clear, well written and professional correspondence.
• Maintaining a calm and orderly store environment, with a consistent eye for detail, colour flow and presentation.
• Supporting the wider studio and store team during busy periods and daily operations.

What we are looking for

• Strong experience in high end retail, hospitality or a client facing service environment.
• A background or genuine interest in clothing, styling, textiles or design.
• A naturally warm, well spoken communicator who listens well and creates ease for clients.
• Someone who can read a room, who knows how to engage with presence and step back with grace.
• Accurate, organised and attentive, with a sharp eye for detail and presentation.
• Confident with styling, building full looks and offering thoughtful recommendations.
• Comfortable working across both client facing and administrative parts of the role.
• Collaborative, steady and able to maintain high standards throughout a busy retail day.

Position

Full time, based in Cape Town.
Salary is aligned with experience and skill, and offers the opportunity to grow with the brand.

Please only apply if your experience, availability and approach genuinely align with the role and our brands.

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