Senior Menswear Designer - mp Activewear

About THG

We're a fast-moving, global technology group that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. We're home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.

We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realise our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.

Job Title: Menswear Clothing Designer

Location: Manchester, UK

Company: MP Activewear (Myprotein)

About Us:

MP Activewear, a division of Myprotein, is a leading activewear brand on a mission to inspire individuals to live healthier, more active lives through innovative and stylish apparel. Our menswear collection is a key part of this vision, and we're looking for a talented and passionate Menswear Clothing Designer to help us shape the future of activewear.

The Role:

As a Menswear Clothing Designer, you will be at the forefront of creating stylish, functional, and high-performance clothing for our menswear line. You'll combine your creativity, technical expertise, and understanding of fashion trends to design garments that resonate with our target audience and elevate MP's presence in the activewear market. Collaborating closely with the product, design, and marketing teams, you will be responsible for the entire design process, from concept through to production.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design innovative and trend-led menswear collections that reflect MP's brand ethos and appeal to our active customer base.
2. Conduct research on trends, fabrics, and technologies to ensure designs are current, relevant, and functional for performance wear.
3. Collaborate with the product development team to ensure that designs meet technical and production requirements, including fit, functionality, and material selection.
4. Create sketches, technical drawings, and detailed specifications to guide the production process.
5. Present design concepts and collections to stakeholders, incorporating feedback and refining designs where necessary.
6. Work with sourcing teams to select appropriate materials and ensure sustainability and cost-efficiency targets are met.
7. Stay up-to-date with competitor activity and industry trends to ensure MP remains a leader in the activewear market.
8. Assist with fittings and collaborate with the production team to ensure designs are executed to the highest standard.

What We're Looking For:

1. A degree in Fashion Design, Menswear Design, or a related field.
2. Proven experience (3+ years) in clothing design, preferably within the activewear, sportswear, or fashion industry.
3. A strong portfolio showcasing your menswear design work, particularly in performance and activewear categories.
4. Excellent knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and technical design.
5. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
6. Ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness, designing garments that are both stylish and functional.
7. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with marketing, production, and product teams.
8. A passion for activewear and an understanding of the needs of the modern consumer.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. An exciting opportunity to influence the future of a fast-growing activewear brand.
3. A dynamic, supportive, and innovative work environment.
4. Staff discounts on Myprotein and MP products.
5. Career development opportunities within a leading global brand.

If you're a creative and driven designer with a passion for menswear and performance clothing, we'd love to see your portfolio!