Cox London is a company of designer makers who create unique pieces of furniture and lighting with an aim to enhance beautiful considered interiors of comfort, serenity and energy.
The studio, founded by Christopher and Nicola Cox both with a background in sculpture, reflects their tastes and inspirations which range from 20th century sculptors all the way back to the Bronze Age. They guide the design and production of every piece, leading an in-house team of specialist artisans.
If you have a love of art and design history and a desire to work in a professional and creative environment then we would very much like to hear from you.
Register your interest in a career with Cox London by emailing info@coxlondon.com
We are currently recruiting for the following:
Sales Support
- Company: Cox Workshops Ltd
- Location: London N17/ Pimlico Road
- Hours: 40 hrs per week
- Contact: recruitment@coxlondon.com
At Cox London we design and produce individual pieces and limited-edition designs commissioned by interior decorators, collectors and discerning private individuals worldwide. Our showroom is located in the sought-after London Belgravia design district of the Pimlico Road which attracts a discerning and vibrant clientele.
We are looking for a reliable and professional Sales Support to join our sales team. Our ideal candidate is goal-oriented and has a deep knowledge of customer service best practices. They need to be able to work in a fast-paced and varied environment, providing support to our Sales Managers and contribute to a high quality customer service and achieve sales targets.
The position is based between our London Belgravia showroom in the heart of the sought-after Pimlico Road Design District and our buzzing North London Design Studio.
- Duties and Responsibilities Include
- Check data accuracy in orders and invoices
- Liaise with logistics department to ensure timely deliveries
- Maintaining and updating sales and customer records
- Develop monthly sales reports
- Communicate important feedback from customers internally
- Stay up-to-date with new products and features
- Offer exemplary personal pre and after-sales experience
- Supporting Sales Managers with other administrative tasks, if requested
- Resolve customer queries in a timely, professional manner
- Use of outlook, word, OneDrive and SharePoint
Skills (essential)
- Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
- Exceptional Listening Skills
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Proven work experience as a Sales administrator or Sales support agent
- A team player with high level of dedication
- Ensure targets are met and report any deviations
- Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to detail
- Methodical
- Problem-Solving
- Confidentiality
- Technology (Microsoft and CRM Systems)
Knowledge and Experience (desirable)
- Certification in Sales, Marketing or relevant
- 2 years of administration experience in high-end sales environment
- Experience in sales order processing
- Brand awareness and understanding
- Proactive and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes
- Adaptable to meet the needs of the business
- Experience in exports
- Expertise in Time Management
Qualifications (desirable)
BA/MA in Administration/arts management/business studies/fine art/visual art/marketing and sales or modern languages/Curating and Collections
Benefits
- 28 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)
- Birthday Day off
- Bonus holiday after 1 year service
- Company Sick Pay
- Pension
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Socials
- Training and Development opportunities and many more
Maintenance Technician
Role: Maintenance Technician
Company: Cox Workshops Ltd
Location: London N17
Hours: 40 hrs per week
Cox London are designers and makers of unique sculptural lighting, furniture, and artworks of the highest calibre. We are commissionedby celebrated interior decorators, collectors and discerning private individuals worldwide. By nurturing, inspiring and enriching ourrelationships with our artisan craftspeople, our clients, the communities we support and our partners, our goal is to help shaperemarkable interior beauty.
This position involves overseeing the company’s designs, workshops, studios, and showrooms, encompassing various trades such as property maintenance, decoration, and the installation and upkeep of stock and equipment. You will be responsible for conducting repairs and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) both internally and externally across the company’s four locations, which include in-house metal workshops, a design studio, and the exclusive gallery. A proactive attitude is essential, along with the ability to remain composed under pressure, uphold professionalism, and exhibit diligence, all while showcasing a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Executing planned preventative maintenance across all company studios, galleries, workshops, and machinery, as well as internal and external premises, to ensure that the properties maintain a polished and professional appearance at all times.
- Performing proactive inspections and addressing any necessary repairs, while overseeing and managing the operation of equipment, including inspections of emergency lighting and fire alarms.
- Carrying out health and safety risk assessments in accordance with established safe procedures and relevant safety method statements.
- Facilitating the relocation and installation of artwork, furniture, lighting, and materials to accommodate a demanding production and installation schedule.
- Managing vehicle-related responsibilities, including the maintenance of company vehicles and executing delivery and collection tasks as needed.
- Safely handling and transporting artwork, which includes wrapping, packing, and crating using suitable techniques and materials.
Skills and Behaviours (essential)
- Calm under pressure
- Accomplished and Masterful
- Traditional and Sustainable
- Professional and Diligent
- Full Clean UK Driving License
- First Aider
- Fire Marshal
- Capable of lifting heavy items and carrying out manual work
Knowledge and Experience
- Cross trade skills in building & maintenance including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and decoration
Qualifications (desirable)
- BTEC certificate or similar qualification
Benefits
- 28 days holidays (incl. Bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Bonus holiday after 1 year service
- Branded work clothes
- Company sick pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Appreciation Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Open studio weekends
- Pension
- Regular socials
- Training and development opportunities and many more
Logistics Art Handler Technician
Role: Logistics Art Handler Technician
Company: Cox Workshops Ltd
Location: London N17
Hours: 40 hrs per week
Cox London are designers and makers of unique sculptural lighting, furniture and artworks of the highest caliber. We are commissioned by celebrated interior decorators, collectors and discerning private individuals worldwide. By nurturing, inspiring and enriching our relationships with our artisan craftspeople, our clients, the communities we support and our partners, our goal is to help shape remarkable interior beauty.
This role requires a meticulous and skilled individual responsible for the careful packing, handling and transportation of high value and delicate artwork and furniture. You will therefore need to have practical skills for the building of protective support structures such as export crating and able to assist with the installation of such items in residential homes as well as show rooms.
This role will at times be client facing so you will need to be customer focused and able to communicate calmly & effectively.
You will be supporting a busy manufacturing and dispatch schedule. Previous experience from within the packaging and transporting of fine art, furniture or custom lighting is required as are excellent team working skills, integrity and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities Include
– Careful packing, labelling and condition reporting of client orders for UK or Export
– Building of wooden export quality crating for the safe transportation of delicate and heavy items
– Delivery and installation on site of furniture, lighting, and fine art objects
– Supporting the design and manufacturing team with all logistics and photography
– Monitoring stock and essential consumables required for the role
Knowledge and Experience
– Experienced packaging, removals, logistics and installation technician for export shipping of delicate lighting, furniture and/or fine art logistics
– Excellent communication and customer service skills
– Integrity, focus, reliability, and professionalism
– Able to deliver on time with accuracy
– Produces work to the highest standard exceeding client expectation
– Excellent client communication and team skills
Qualifications (desirable)
– Foundation degree or higher national diploma; BA or BTEC certificate or similar qualification
– Full clean UK driving licence
Benefits
– 28 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)
– Birthday Day off
– Bonus holiday after 1 year service
– Company Sick Pay
– Pension
– Cycle to Work Scheme
– Employee Assistance Programme
– Employee Referral Scheme
– Employee Appreciation Programme
– Regular Socials
– Training and Development opportunities and many more
Experienced Metalwork Fabrication & Welding Technician
Role: Experienced Metalwork Fabrication & Welding Technician
Brand: Cox London, Production
Salary: based on skills and experience
Location: London N17
Hours: 40 hrs per week
At Cox London we design and fabricate individual pieces and limited-edition collections for interior decorators, collectors and private clients. By nurturing, inspiring and enriching our relationships with our artisans & craftspeople, our clients, the communities we support and our partners, our vision is to help shape remarkable interior beauty.
The Job
We are recruiting a Fabrication Technician to join Cox Production Team responsible for the manufacturing of Cox pieces. Each member of this team is expected to be adaptable and inventive, learning and developing the variety of processes and finishes as per the Cox London house style.
You will be expected to fabricate company products to the required standards within specification, in full and on time meeting the costed hours for fabrication.
This technical role is for the fabrication of high end interior products. You need to be and expert in your field with high level experience and knowledge of metal working and fabrication processes, predominantly in brass but also ferrous metals suitable for furniture & lighting manufacture.
We are looking for a reliable hardworking person with initiative, high standards and a professional outlook. The successful candidate will have the ability to maintain our quality service provided to customers by upholding company standards, values and behaviours.
Duties and Responsibilities
Producing high quality furniture and lighting as per the specifications provided ensuring items are produced in full, on time and in spec
Maintain professional and technical knowledge continually improving your skills base
Maintains safe and clean work environment, upholding Company H&S policies
Application of technical processes such as welding tig, mig; silver soldering, soft soldering; metal fabrication in mainly in brass or steel; cutting and preparing materials for fabrication; fabrication of jigs; product assembly including involve the handling of glass, stone or wood; metal polishing; metal chasing.
Knowledge, Experience, Qualifications
Architectural & sculptural metalwork welding (ideally specialising in brass or bronze)
Experienced and/or expert, more than one skills area, coaching and guidance of other team members, high level skills and knowledge gained through training and experience – typically 10 years plus post training.
BA, MA or Qualified Apprenticeship in metalworking processes or similar
Foundry Technician
Role: Foundry Technician
Brand: Cox Workshops Ltd
Location: London N17
Hours: 40 hrs per week
Cox London are designers and makers of unique sculptural lighting, furniture, and artworks of the highest calibre. We are commissioned by celebrated interior decorators, collectors and discerning private individuals worldwide. By nurturing, inspiring and enriching our relationships with our artisan craftspeople, our clients, the communities we support and our partners, our goal is to help shape remarkable interior beauty.
This technical role is for the casting of high-end interior products. You need to have some previous foundry experience utilising processes suitable for sculptural furniture & lighting manufacture. Each member of the Cox London technical production team is expected to have a variety of skills and be able to see a project through in their specialist field.
Your mission as a Foundry Technician is to perfect your skills and knowledge surrounding the bronze casting process and become adept at all processes across the department. Your goal is to produce high quality castings within the allotted time and to collaborate with your team and those in other departments across the company to ensure pieces are produced within specification, on time to meet client expectations.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Lost wax processes including mould making, sculpting, cold casting, wax pull, wax work, spruing, shell investment, bronze pouring and knock-out processes.
- Reduce waste of materials, reporting shortages to the Team Leader, and ensuring efficiency of
- Contribute to a happy, efficient, and co-operative production technical team, fostering a spirit of co- operation within and between departments and your
- Ensure company property is thoughtfully used, securely stored, and appropriately
- Maintain safe and clean work environment, upholding Company H&S
- Attend technical training when requested and implementing and improving technical
- Attend regular staff meetings with the production team to plan jobs and review
- Maintain a quality service provided to customers by upholding company
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge continually improving your skills
Skills and Behaviours (essential)
- Respectful to others.
- Committed to working with and learning from
- Continually develops technical skills and
- Looks for better or more efficient ways of doing
- Open to new ideas and challenges
- Delivers work on time with accuracy, efficiently and cost
- Deliver work to the highest standard ensuring client’s expectations are
- Listens carefully to ensure instructions are carried through and fully
Knowledge and Experience
- Technical skills and knowledge gained through training and previous work experience in a Foundry or Fabrication workshop.
Qualifications (desirable)
- BA, MA, or Qualified Apprenticeship in metalworking processes or similar
Benefits
- 28 days holidays (incl. Bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Bonus holiday after 1 year service
- Branded work clothes
- Company sick pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Appreciation Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Open studio weekends
- Pension
- Regular socials
- Training and development opportunities and many more
