Fashion Brand & Sales Development Assistant(Part -Time)

About Us
​Silk & Sequins is an independent, luxury fashion label based in Carlow, founded by Greek designer and master pattern maker Konstantina Papalexandri. Rooted in a rich, multi-generational heritage of European tailoring, the brand specializes in creating timeless, chic, and sophisticated gowns for the modern woman. We are currently undergoing an exciting commercial evolution, transitioning from exclusive bespoke commissions into a premium, specialized Ready-to-Wear collection.
​We operate with an entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit where creativity meets commercial strategy, prioritizing the "slow fashion" movement, garment architecture, and body positivity.
​Role Overview 
​We are seeking a motivated, business-minded student or graduate for the role of Fashion Brand & Sales Development Assistant.This is a highly flexible, part-time position (5 hours per week) designed to fit around a university timetable. Working closely with the founder, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the brand's commercial footprint, helping transition our luxury aesthetic into the boutique wholesale market.
​This role offers an incredible, hands-on opportunity to build a high-impact portfolio in luxury fashion brand management and business development.
​Key Responsibilities 
​•Boutique Outreach & Sales Development: Research, map, and establish contact with independent luxury fashion boutiques and stockists across Ireland and Europe to introduce the new Ready-to-Wear line.
​•Brand & Marketing Support : Assist in crafting compelling digital content, managing social media scheduling, and developing brand storytelling to elevate our online presence.
​•Wholesale Coordination:  Help compile lookbooks, linesheets, and professional email pitches for potential retail partners.
​•Administrative Support: Manage basic correspondence with potential stockists and maintain organized tracking of sales leads.​What We Are Looking For
•​A current student or recent graduate in Fashion & Retail Business, Fashion Buying & Management, Marketing , or a related discipline at TU Dublin.
•​A passion for luxury fashion, aesthetics, and the "slow fashion" movement.
​•Strong written communication skills with a professional, confident phone/email manner.​•An entrepreneurial mindset—someone who is organized, self-motivated, and excited by the challenge of growing a boutique business.
​Hours, Compensation & Benefits 
•Hours: 5 hours per week (highly flexible schedule to accommodate lectures and exams).
​•Location: Remote / Flexible (with occasional check-ins via phone/Zoom or at the Carlow studio).
​•Pay Structure:Hourly rate of €14.15 per hour, plus a highly competitive, generous percentage commission bonus on all wholesale orders and boutique stockists successfully secured.
•Holiday Allowance: Statutory paid annual leave accrued precisely in line with hours worked (8% of hours worked, per Irish employment law).
​•Additional Benefits: Direct 1-to-1 mentorship from an industry-vetted luxury designer, hands-on portfolio building, inside access to haute couture garment construction, and an exclusive staff discount on Silk & Sequins collections.