The Hour Dress – Beirut, Lebanon
The Hour Dress is looking for a highly experienced Bridal Atelier & Operations Manager to lead our Bridal Department.
We are seeking a female professional with a strong background in Fashion Design, Bridal Couture, Garment Construction, and Alterations, combined with excellent managerial, leadership, and organizational skills.
This is a senior-level position requiring BOTH technical fashion expertise and proven management experience.
Key Requirements Degree or professional background in Fashion Design, Couture, or a closely related field.
* Advanced knowledge of bridal gown construction, fabrics, patterns, tailoring, and alterations.*
* Hands-on experience with bridal fittings, measurements, dress adjustments, and technical problem-solving.
* Proven experience managing a team, coordinating daily operations, and supervising performance.
* Strong understanding of luxury bridal standards, styling, and client expectations.
* Excellent communication, organization, leadership, and decision-making skills.
* Ability to manage multiple bridal appointments, alteration schedules, deadlines, and client requirements.
* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in bridal couture, fashion ateliers, or luxury bridal boutiques, preferably including managerial responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- * Lead and supervise the Bridal Department and its daily operations.
- Oversee bridal appointments, fittings, and the overall client experience.
- Coordinate closely with the Atelier Manager and alterations team to ensure technical accuracy and timely delivery.
- Provide technical guidance regarding dress fitting, construction, alterations, and customization.
- Manage team performance, training, scheduling, and operational standards.
- Handle complex bridal requests, fitting challenges, and client concerns professionally.
- Maintain exceptional quality standards throughout the entire bridal journey.
ImportantThis position is NOT a general retail management, sales-only, or wedding planning role.
Applicants must demonstrate substantial technical experience in fashion design, bridal couture, or garment alterations, alongside strong management capabilities.
Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Seniority: Senior Management
Only candidates meeting the essential technical and managerial requirements will be shortlisted.
