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Available Positions
Social Media Coordinator
Location: Kramerville, Johannesburg
Duration: Full time position
Starting date: 1 May 2022
About the Company:
The Private House Company is a well-known luxury brand in the interior design industry, owned and
run by interior designer Yvonne O’Brien. Yvonne is known for creating rooms that are understated,
personal and quietly refined.
We are a small established business that offers both interior design services and a high end boutique
store that offers a contemporary style of furniture and décor for both indoor and outdoor living.
Job description:
This position is ideal for a young, dynamic individual who is driven and has the ability to manage and
execute a marketing plan in order to build The Private House Company’s brand on all social media
accounts as well as manage the website.
The individual will be responsible for taking beautiful photographs that follow the brands look and feel,
and will be responsible for posting & updating the various social media platforms.
To assist with email marketing, affiliated programs and digital advertising
Collaborate with the team to ensure optimal posting schedule
Research and understand our audience and discover current trends
Create engaging text, image and video content when needed
Help to design posts to sustain readers’ curiosity and create a buzz around new products/ launches
Stay up to date with changes in all social media platforms ensuring maximum effectiveness
Report on line reviews and feedback from customers & engage timeously with the customers.
Job requirements:
Min of 3 years marketing experience
Photographic skills are essential
Proficient in WordPress, mailchimp and flodesk
Knowledge of interior design industry and retail ( advantage)
Proficient in Instagram, facebook, pinterest
Proficient in Photoshop
Driver’s license
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Personal skills:
Ability to self-motivate and be disciplined
Friendly and well presented
Excellent presentation, communication, customer service and organizational skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Attention to details, highly organized with the ability to multi-task
Able to work under pressure
If you are interested, please send your CV to toni@privatehouseco.co.za.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.
Senior interior designer
Location: Kramerville, Johannesburg
Duration: Full time position
Starting date: 1 May 2022
About the Company:
The Private House Company is a well-known luxury brand in the interior design industry, owned and
run by interior designer Yvonne O’Brien. Yvonne is known for creating rooms that are understated,
personal and quietly refined.
We are a small established interior design business that offers a full turnkey design service for both
residential and commercial projects.
Job description:
To support and participate with a design team in creating functionally beautiful spaces for residential
and commercial clients while using industry knowledge, design experience, innovative design
concepts and creativity, all while keeping The Private House Company aesthetics.
Job requirements:
Min of 10 years in the Interior Design/ Architectural
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications
Draw up floor plans and proficient in AutoCAD and sketch up
Have knowledge of design requirements, construction methods and materials for high end
residential environments
Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, colour selections and specifications
The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with your team, client’s contractors and
suppliers
Driver’s license
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft office and strong administration skills
Personal skills:
Ability to self-motivate and be disciplined
Friendly and well presented
Excellent presentation, communication, customer service and organizational skills
Great ability to multitask, work independently as well as a team environment
Must be great at follow through
If you are interested, please send your CV to toni@privatehouseco.co.za.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.
Showroom Sales Executive
Location: Kramerville, Johannesburg
Duration: Full time position
Starting date: 1 May 2022
About the Company:
The Private House Company is a well-known luxury brand in the interior design industry, owned and
run by interior designer Yvonne O’Brien.
We are a small established business that offers both interior design services and a high end boutique
store that offers a contemporary style of furniture and décor for both indoor and outdoor living.
Purpose of the role:
The full-time position involves selling our products and marketing our brand to our clients. The sales
person will be responsible for giving exceptional service to our clients and building long-lasting
relationships with them.
Our employees are all team-oriented and pitch in wherever they are needed, someone who is willing
to wear many hats will fit in well.
The sales person will be responsible for assisting clients in the showroom as well as those working
remotely.
Building relationships with our clients is key, to ensuring they are kept up to date with our products
and meeting all their requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Working in the showroom from Monday to Friday 08h30 – 5pm and a couple of Saturday a
month from 08h30 – 13h00.
Greeting and assisting customers who enter the shop & provide guidance on products
Provide customers with excellent sales and after sales service
Taking responsibility for executing all sales and administration functions efficiently
Building a customer base and getting to know your customers well
Motivated to reach sales targets
Minimum requirement:
Matric certification or higher
Driver’s license
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft office and strong administration skills
Knowledge on pastel is an advantage
Keen interest and/ or experience in the interior design industry
Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team displaying initiative and attention
to detail
Min of 3 years’ experience in the retail furniture /décor industry
Personal skills:
Positive and can-do attitude
Friendly and well presented
Excellent organization and time management skills
Must take responsibility for their work, be a team player, accurate, and have excellent
problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities.
Able to work under pressure
If you are interested, please send your CV to toni@privatehouseco.co.za.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.