About us
Strathberry is one of the most exciting contemporary luxury brands to emerge from the UK in the past decade. Founded in Edinburgh and handcrafted by skilled artisans in the renowned leather workshops of Spain, the brand is defined by its minimalist design language, refined craftsmanship and its signature bar hardware. Loved by global tastemakers, celebrities and royalty, Strathberry has cultivated a fast-growing international community drawn to modern elegance, timeless design and exceptional quality.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong pace of growth, the brand has built a significant direct-to-consumer business and is stocked in leading global retailers including Selfridges, Liberty, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. The retail footprint continues to expand with flagship stores in London and Edinburgh, supported by a new in-house atelier that brings craft, sampling and repair together in one creative space. This investment in infrastructure, talent and product innovation positions Strathberry for its next chapter of global scale.
Joining Strathberry means becoming part of a dynamic, ambitious and design-led business at a pivotal moment in its evolution. This is an opportunity to contribute to a brand with a clear identity, strong momentum and a bold ambition to reimagine contemporary luxury on an international stage.
The Role
We are seeking a talented Leather Artisan to join Strathberry on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover, managing our in-house Atelier in Edinburgh.
Supporting Strathberry's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, you will work closely with our Design, Product Development, Customer Care and Production teams to create new collection prototypes, oversee our repair service, and help maintain the highest quality standards across our products.
Reporting to the Head of Product Development, you will play a key role in supporting product development, extending the longevity of our products through expert repairs, and showcasing the craftsmanship behind the Strathberry brand.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that values creativity, quality, craftsmanship, collaboration and innovation. The successful candidate will undertake a training programme in Spain to gain a comprehensive understanding of Strathberry's repair processes and craftsmanship standards.
Please note: This is a part-time 12-month fixed-term maternity cover based onsite at our beautiful Townhouse in Edinburgh City Centre.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day activities of the Strathberry Atelier.
- Oversee the in-house repair service, carrying out high-quality repairs and restoration of customer handbags and small leather goods.
- Work closely with the Leather Artisan Assistant ensuring consistently high standards of craftsmanship.
- Work alongside the Customer Service team to assess repair requests, log repairs and coordinate repairs with our specialist workshop in Spain where required.
- Create salpa prototypes (first mock-ups) for new product developments, working closely with the Design and Product Development teams to evaluate construction, proportions and functionality.
- Collaborate with the Leather Technologist to investigate product issues, support testing and contribute practical solutions to improve product quality and durability.
- Support the ongoing review of existing silhouettes to enhance product longevity and construction.
- Work with the PR teams to create craftsmanship content and welcome guests into the Atelier.
- Support brand events, including craftsmanship demonstrations and personalisation services when required.
About you
To be successful in this role, you'll demonstrate:
- Experience working with luxury leather goods.
- Strong leathercraft skills, including hand-stitching, cutting, skiving, edge finishing and repairs.
- Experience creating leather prototypes or working from patterns.
- Exceptional attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality craftsmanship.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience mentoring or supporting junior artisans is advantageous.
- Spanish language skills are desirable but not essential.
What we offer
- 29 days annual leave, plus 3 additional fixed bank holidays
- Never work on your birthday! Additional day holiday on your birthday
- Allocation of Strathberry products & discounts
- Early finish Friday
- Long service award
- Employer pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
Interested?
To apply please submit your CV and combined covering letter, outlining your relevant skills and experience and interest in this position by Friday 11th September 2026. Please note that CVs submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.