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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
At this size (<50 people), LUS Brands has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at LUS Brands
We're still mapping LUS Brands's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, Consumer, Apparel and Cosmetics), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What LUS Brands screens for
Consumer, Apparel and Cosmetics companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific LUS Brands role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. LUS Brands is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most Consumer, Apparel and Cosmetics applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to LUS Brands?
Through the roles on our LUS Brands jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does LUS Brands respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at LUS Brands yet.
Who is the hiring manager at LUS Brands?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at LUS Brands?
Roles at <50-person Consumer, Apparel and Cosmetics companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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