About Us

It all started in Dorset, back in 1946, with local pioneers John Farrow and Richard Ball. The pair built their first factory in Verwood, Dorset, and went on to supply paint for the Ford Motor Company, Raleigh Bicycles, the Admiralty and the War Office. As the 1960s came to an end, John Farrow and Richard Ball sold their growing business to Norman Chappell. But soon after, a devastating fire destroyed much of the original factory, this meant we moved to our current home near Wimborne where we’ve crafted our paint and wallpaper ever since. Today the unique Farrow & Ball look transforms modern and traditional homes, large and small, inside and out, around the world. With more than 60 showrooms worldwide and a global network of stockists, we’ve never forgotten our local Dorset roots. The key to our success is our passionate craftsmen, showroom teams and support functions who ensure that our customers have an excellent experience at each stage of their journey with us. We have set ourselves aside from other paint companies by creating a product of quality, using only the finest ingredients and rich pigments. Not only do we take pride in how we create our products, but also in how we treat our people. We have created an open, honest and trusting culture which is underpinned by our company values. We live our values every day through the entire business from manufacturing right through to our showrooms, from London to New York. We think our values help to create a diverse and inclusive environment which helps all of our people work to the best of their ability and enjoy the time they spend at work. Farrow & Ball are a luxury British lifestyle brand that prides itself in creating richly pigmented paint and handcrafted wallpaper using only the finest quality ingredients and an eco-friendly water base. Today the unique Farrow & Ball look transforms modern and traditional homes, large and small, inside and out, around the world. With more than 60 showrooms worldwide and a global network of stockists, we’ve never forgotten our local Dorset roots. The key to our success is our passionate craftsmen, showroom teams and support functions who ensure that our customers have an excellent experience at each stage of their journey with us. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our Payroll team in Wimborne.