Lucy Du May

Lucy has been a recruitment expert covering atelier, production, and technical hires across temp and perm, since 2014. In this time Lucy has worked with leading global fashion houses; focusing on couture and ready-to-wear. Lucy has an extensive network of talent across the UK.

Lucy started her career as a make-up artist for a luxury brand, but her love of luxury and craftsmanship started long before when Lucy's granny gifted her a classic British trench as a teenager.

Lucy's Case Study - Luxury Start-Up Business

Background and Challenge
Lucy, with her extensive experience working alongside exceptional, established designers, was approached by a new luxury start-up seeking strategic support. After in-depth discussions with the Founder about the business’s needs, strategy, and growth plans, Lucy identified that a Production Manager was essential for the brand’s successful launch.

Approach
Lucy leveraged her deep understanding of the luxury sector to tailor her approach:

1. Analysis and Consultation: Lucy took the time to understand the founder’s vision, challenges, and operational objectives.
2. Utilising her Network: Drawing on her expansive industry network, she sourced a strong pool of qualified candidates who aligned with the brand’s ethos and requirements.
3. Candidate Screening and Preparation: Lucy personally screened and briefed each candidate to ensure they were well-suited to meet the unique demands of the start-up.

Challenges Encountered
During the process, the client expressed hesitation and uncertainty about proceeding with the hiring process. Lucy recognised the client’s concerns and used her:

• Industry Expertise: To reassure the client of the importance of the role for the brand’s growth.
• Candidate Knowledge: To highlight the calibre and readiness of the shortlisted candidates.

Results
By building trust and providing expert guidance, Lucy encouraged the client to meet the candidates. Within one month:

• The client confidently offered the position to one of the shortlisted candidates.
• The Production Manager began their role, contributing to the successful pre-launch preparations of the business.

Conclusion
Lucy’s strategic foresight, industry expertise, and ability to instil confidence in her clients were instrumental in helping the luxury start-up secure the right talent. This case study highlights her dedication to empowering businesses to make decisions that drive their growth and success.