🎓 Congratulations to the Graduating Cohort of the Retail Managers Programme! Last week, we celebrated the successful completion of our Retail Managers Programme, delivered in partnership with the Fashion Retail Academy. Over the past 14 months, our delegates have balanced leadership responsibilities with continuous learning, developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel in their roles. Graduation day was an opportunity to showcase the impressive business projects completed throughout the programme, highlighting innovative ideas and solutions from across Watches of Switzerland Group. A huge thank you to our line managers, mentors and the Fashion Retail Academy coaches for their support throughout the journey. We're incredibly proud of everything this cohort has achieved and look forward to seeing the impact they continue to make across the business 👏 🎉 Congratulations to all our graduates!
Watches of Switzerland Group PLC
Luxury Goods & Jewelry
Leicester, United Kingdom 61,414 followers
The UK’s largest multi-channel luxury watch and jewellery retailer now also operating in the US and Europe
About us
We're a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK and the United States. We're the UK's leading luxury watch specialist in the UK with a significant presence in the US and a complementary jewellery offering. At the last count we have over 190 showrooms across the UK and US, including dedicated mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands such as Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and Breitling plus seven-e-commerce websites! Our success is based on strong, long-standing partnerships with the most prestigious luxury watch brands, supported by impactful marketing and powered by leading-edge technology to provide our clients with a modern, distinctive luxury experience. This is underpinned by our people, who are highly trained and motivated to deliver exceptional client experience whilst building inclusive teams. Watches of Switzerland Group has moved our headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art office in Carlton Park, Leicester. The new 75,000 square foot office is located just outside of Leicester city centre and is home to over 500 employees. Surrounded by 32 acres of woodlands with facilities such as a mini market, team lounges, a multi-faith room and a parent room. Our clients love us for our exceptional client experience, expertise, and approachability. Our clients are at the heart of everything that we do – we love to wow our clients and make every interaction with us special and memorable.
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https://ukcareers.thewosgroup.com/jobs/
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- Industry
- Luxury Goods & Jewelry
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Type
- Public Company
- Specialties
- Luxury Retail, Watches, Jewellery, luxuryjewellery, luxurywatches, and retail
Employees at Watches of Switzerland Group PLC
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2 Elland Road
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Leicester, United Kingdom LE3 1TT, GB
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3340 NW 53rd St
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US
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🎉 This week marks the launch of our new Recognition, Discounts & Benefits portal, delivered in partnership with Perkbox. This exciting new platform provides our colleagues with a single destination to: ✅ Recognise and celebrate great work ✅ Access everyday savings and exclusive discounts ✅ Explore company benefits ✅ Find wellbeing resources and support We're proud to introduce this platform as part of our ongoing commitment to recognising, rewarding and supporting our people. A big thank you to everyone involved in bringing this initiative to life. We're excited to see the positive impact it will have across our teams. #Recognition #Wellbeing #Benefits Lorraine Philippa Rhianon
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✨ Join the Goldsmiths Trafford Centre Team✨ Do you have a passion for people, an eye for detail, and a keen interest in luxury jewellery? We’re currently recruiting for two exciting opportunities at Goldsmiths Trafford Centre: 💎 Full Time Sales Consultant 💎 Part Time Sales Consultant This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences, building meaningful relationships, and showcasing some of the world's most prestigious jewellery brands. If you thrive in a luxury retail environment and love creating memorable moments for clients, we'd love to hear from you. 📍 Goldsmiths Trafford Centre 🔗 Apply today here: https://lnkd.in/guUAzkv Zoe Averianov Rikki Michelle Sunderland
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Meet Usman 👋 From supermarkets and telecommunications to luxury retail, Usman’s career journey is a powerful example of how strong leadership fundamentals, combined with the right environment can open new opportunities. Since joining Watches of Switzerland Group, Usman has embraced the opportunity to lead beyond his role - championing client experience, supporting colleagues, and contributing to meaningful DEI initiatives, all while continuing to grow as a leader. What stands out most is the balance between commercial excellence and genuine respect for people - a culture that empowers leaders to be authentic, values‑led, and ambitious. Thank you for sharing your journey, Usman! We’re proud to have you as part of the WoSG team.
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At the Watches of Switzerland Group PLC, we’re incredibly proud of the talent growing within our workshops, and this conversation between our CEO Brian Duffy and silversmith apprentice Ronnie Meek brings that to life. Ronnie’s journey began with curiosity and quickly grew into a genuine passion! Fast forward to today, Ronnie is nearly two years into a five-year apprenticeship, developing his skills alongside a team with over 200 years of collective experience. His story reflects not only dedication and hard work, but also the importance of mentorship, curiosity, and perseverance in building a career. Since joining WoSG, Ronnie has embraced every opportunity to grow - taking on new responsibilities, refining his craft, and contributing to a culture built on collaboration and shared ambition. As Ronnie puts it: “The best thing about working at WoSG is the people and culture - there is a genuine sense of teamwork, support and shared ambition. I’m excited to continue developing my career, taking on fresh challenges, and helping support the company's future success.” We’re excited to see what the future holds as Ronnie continues to grow his career and help shape the future of our craft. 🎥 Take a moment to watch the video and hear his journey in his own words.
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Meet Jamie 👋 Not every career journey starts with a clear path, and that’s what makes them so interesting. From part-time hospitality roles to building a career within luxury retail, Jamie’s story is a great example of how curiosity, passion, and openness to new opportunities can shape a successful career. What stands out most is the willingness to take a chance on something new. With no prior background in sales but a genuine appreciation for luxury watches, Jamie joined the Watches of Switzerland Group and quickly developed both expertise and confidence. Supported by strong leadership and development opportunities, his journey continues to evolve alongside the business. Thank you for sharing your story, Jamie – we’re proud to have you as part of the WoSG team.
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Meet Sophie 👋 From a creative background in Fashion Design to building a career at the heart of the buying function, Sophie’s journey at Watches of Switzerland Group is a great example of how expertise, ambition, and progression come together. Having progressed internally from Assistant Buyer to Buyer, Sophie now leads a diverse brand portfolio and plays a key role in shaping our watch category - while also developing the next generation of talent within her team. What stands out is the opportunity to grow alongside the business, supported by strong collaboration, trusted partnerships, and a culture that values both performance and people. Thank you for sharing your story, Sophie - and for the impact you continue to make at WoSG👏
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🌟 Yesterday marked the proud launch of our first Retail Sales Academy – an exciting milestone in our commitment to developing the next generation of sales talent across the Group. Delivered in partnership with SR Apprenticeships, this Level 4 programme is designed to equip our Retail Sales Consultants with the skills, confidence and commercial mindset to excel in a luxury retail environment. Over the next 15 months, our colleagues will combine hands-on experience with structured learning, enabling them to: ✨ Build meaningful, long-lasting client relationships ✨ Lead the sales journey with confidence ✨ Deliver exceptional client experiences ✨ Drive strong and sustainable commercial performance Supported by line managers, mentors and dedicated coaches, this programme goes beyond development – it’s about unlocking potential and shaping future leaders within our business. We look forward to following the journey of this cohort and the impact they will make across our showrooms. Here’s to building the future of sales excellence. 👏 #RetailExcellence #FutureTalent #LearningAndDevelopment #CareerGrowth #LuxuryRetail
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Meet Shannon 👋 From creating detailed product imagery to seeing her work showcased in showrooms nationwide, Shannon’s journey at Watches of Switzerland Group reflects creativity, passion, and growth. Joining as a Photographer in 2024, she has contributed across Ecommerce, social, and in-store campaigns, while also expanding into Image Retouching to further develop her skills. A standout moment has been working on the Goldsmiths Lab Grown Diamonds launch, with her work featured across the UK - a proud career milestone. 👇 Read Shannon’s full story to learn more about her journey. Thank you for sharing your story, Shannon - we’re proud to have you as part of the WoSG journey ✨ #WatchesOfSwitzerlandGroup #MeetTheTeam #Photography
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What an inspiring evening at The King's Trust’s Celebrations ✨ We were proud to have colleagues from across Watches of Switzerland Group attend alongside our CEO Brian Duffy, celebrating the extraordinary achievements of young people who have overcome adversity and gone on to do remarkable things. As we continue our 13‑year partnership with The King’s Trust, we were honoured to sponsor the Young Change Maker Award this year. Huge congratulations to Shauna Tiffany, the winner of the award - her story is incredibly inspiring and a powerful reminder of the impact The King’s Trust has in helping young people build brighter futures. “I'm incredibly proud to represent the Watches of Switzerland Group & The Kings Trust by winning the National Young Change Maker award - being a part of the 50th celebration and hearing the stories of other young people. The awards have created a core memory for me, that will last a lifetime. Looking back on how far I've come, I know The Kings Trust and Watches of Switzerland Group are championing me every step of the way.” — Shauna Tiffany An unforgettable evening celebrating resilience, ambition and the potential of the next generation. #WatchesOfSwitzerlandGroup #TheKingsTrust #KingsTrustCelebrations #YoungChangeMaker
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