Senior Hairdresser – Colour & Styling Specialist
(Putney | Clapham | Balham | Richmond – South West London)
Company Overview
Edward James is a multi-award-winning salon group with four luxury locations across South West London. We’ve built a reputation for beautiful hair, excellent service, and high-performing teams. Our salons are known for combining a premium experience with a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere – and we’re proud of the people behind that.
Summary
We’re looking for experienced hairdressers who are confident in both colour and styling, and who want to work in a refined, design-led salon environment with a loyal, style-conscious clientele. Whether your strengths lie in blondes, balayage, technical cutting or styling, we’ll support your growth with tailored training and the opportunity to build a strong column.
We value professionalism, reliability and individuality. If you’re serious about your craft and enjoy working with a team that’s focused, warm and ambitious – we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Delivering exceptional colour and styling services to a high standard
- Building strong, long-term relationships with clients who value your expertise
- Working as part of a supportive, professional team with shared standards
- Staying inspired through regular training and a strong internal education culture
- Contributing positively to salon life – whether on the floor or on creative projects
What You’ll Get from Us
- A beautifully designed, professional environment where your talent is recognised
- A team culture that balances high standards with genuine support
- Flexibility to work employed or self-employed, full-time or part-time
- Advanced training with Aveda, L’Oréal, Color Wow and Beauty Works
- Opportunities to grow into educator, leadership or creative roles
Perks & Benefits
- Strong earning potential – up to £75,000 depending on experience
- Up to 20% retail commission
- 28 days paid holiday (plus loyalty days)
- Complimentary hair services and discounts on luxury haircare
- Every second weekend off (or flexible weekends for self-employed stylists)
- Access to an independent financial advisor
- Pet-friendly and LGBTQIA+ inclusive environment
- Regular team events and creative opportunities
Working Pattern
Full-time roles average 40 hours across four days, with every second weekend off. Part-time and freelance opportunities are also available.
Additional Pay
- Commission
- Performance-based bonuses
Apply Now
Send your CV or portfolio to [email protected] or pop into one of our salons. We’re always happy to meet passionate stylists who are ready for a fresh chapter.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Commission, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
- Sabbatical
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Putney SW15 2NG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you looking for a full-time employed role, a part-time employed role or a self-employed role?
Licence/Certification:
- Hairdressing NVQ/SVQ Level 2 (required)
Work Location: In person
