Designer - Womens & Girls Jersey

The Retail Partnership Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + excellent company benefits

We are a working with a leading global fashion business who are looking for a Designer across Jersey & Nightwear womenswear and girlswear.

Based in Leicester, this role will focus on designing stylish and market-relevant womenswear and girlswear. The successful candidate will bring expertise in jersey and nightwear fabrics, a deep understanding of trends, and the technical skills needed to bring creative concepts to life.

This role offers a collaborative working environment and great benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop innovative jersey and nightwear pieces for womenswear and girlswear collections.
• Research and analyse current and emerging fashion trends to inform design direction.
• Create technical drawings, specifications, and colourways to communicate design ideas effectively.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure accurate execution of designs, taking into account fabric properties and garment construction.
• Stay updated on competitor activity, market trends, and customer preferences.
• Participate in design reviews and provide creative ideas to enhance the collection.
• Ensure all designs meet the brand's quality and aesthetic standards.

Person Specification:

• A degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience designing jersey and nightwear, particularly for womenswear and girlswear.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
• Solid knowledge of fabric types, print techniques, and garment construction.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of style, colour, and trend awareness.