Architect
AMOUAGE · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tailor my CV for this job — freeJoin the House of AMOUAGEAre you ready to shape inspiring retail experiences at the iconic House of AMOUAGE?We are seeking a visionary Architect to lead design-driven, data-informed retail concepts, translate brand strategy into distinctive physical environments, identify global trends, and deliver innovative, scalable store designs that elevate the customer experience and support sustainable business growth worldwide.Your MissionThe Retail Architect leads global retail projects with creativity across permanent and temporary formats, overseeing concept development through execution. The role ensures timely, on-budget delivery while supporting retail optimisation, local adaptation, business expansion, and new retail formats in close collaboration with internal teams and external partners, in alignment with Amouage’s values and brand ambitions.Your ImpactDESIGN Develop design retail projects and fit for use local solutions mixing permanent and temporary installations (pop-up store, podium, window) (40%)EXECUTION Supervise and coordinate project execution and installation along with the instore team, all retail formats including the retail stores (55%)CORPORATE Contribute to in-house developments, retail organisation, systems and processes, attend training sessions, company events and corporate meetings (5%)Travel occasional: as required.RETAIL ARCHITECTUREDeveloping preliminary schematic, design & layout based on guideline book or specific creative development and brief of the Instore team / Sales team.Coaching and training on new retail concepts (design and technical), guidelines. Guiding on materials & technical choice, supporting concept optimisation. Participating in the execution of design strategy by communicating design direction and changes to external consultants, stakeholders.Proposing design or technical solutions and resolving challenges in cooperation with Instore stakeholders / local suppliers / agenciesAbility to draw and draft layout / design and technical details / sketchingStaying abreast on retail trends in touch with the trades and competition.Your Journey With UsThe House of AMOUAGE, has been on an aggressive growth trajectory within the fast-growing ultra luxury perfumes segment, unlocking tremendous personal and career development opportunities for our team members across multiple locations including Muscat, Dubai, New York, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur. We foresee the incumbent of this role to grow in this opportunity together with AMOUAGE.Your ExpertiseRETAIL DESIGN: Experienced in brand retail disciplines, concept development, strategy, business landscape, merchandising, technical design, and end-to-end design process mastery, combining creativity with pragmatism. Ability to translate stated design principles and objectives into unique and varied store locations and formats.TECHNICAL MASTERY: Ability to assess and master architectural and design content (plans, drawings, materials, store regulations). Proficiency in graphic and design software is a plus (SketchUp, AutoCAD, Photoshop, etc.). Able to sketch when necessary, with strong attention to detail.SOFT SKILLS: Strong people and project management skills; ability to coach and train; collaborative and influential mindset; sound decision-making and adaptability; open minded & creative.PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects and budgets. Experience managing contractors and agencies.The AMOUAGE AdvantageJoin a House that has been creating luxury fragrance experiences since 1983. At AMOUAGE, you'll be part of a legacy that combines artisanal craftsmanship with modern innovation, bringing extraordinary olfactory experiences to clients worldwide.