Designer - Jersey

Posted 20 May 2025
Salary Competitive Salary
LocationAustralia
Job type Full Time
Discipline DesignInternational Design
Reference5326_1747730056
Job FunctionPermanent

Job description

Are you passionate about designing standout jersey pieces? We've got an incredible opportunity just for you!

A leading fashion brand in Australia on the hunt for a creative, commercially-minded Jersey Designer to join their dynamic team. This is a career-defining role with a leading brand known for its trend-led collections and loyal customer base. You'll play a key role in driving growth across the jersey department, one of the brand's top-performing and most strategic areas. You'll be responsible for identifying emerging trends, conceptualising fresh designs, and collaborating cross-functionally to develop exclusive, on-brand jersey collections that resonate with their core customer.

With a strong focus on womenswear jersey categories, including tops, dresses, co-ords, and essential layers - this is a high-impact position offering a competitive salary, relocation package, and sponsorship for the right candidate.
You'll play a key role in driving growth across the jersey department, one of the brand's top-performing and most strategic areas.

Main Responsibilities will include:

  • Design seasonal capsule collections, focusing on jersey shapes, colour palettes, and fabric innovation.

  • Maintain a strong, trend-aware commercial handwriting aligned with brand DNA.

  • Research and source new fabrics, trims, and design inspiration daily across jersey categories.

  • Spot key market opportunities and apply fashion trend insight to product development.

  • Partner with the sales and buying teams to push forward commercially successful collections.

  • Contribute to mood and trend boards in collaboration with the wider design team.

  • Deliver trend and performance reports on a weekly basis.

  • Translate creative ideas into commercially viable designs.

  • Confidently present your collections to Buyers and Senior Leadership.

Person Specifications:

  • Previous experience as a Womenswear Designer, ideally with a strong background in jerseywear.

  • A sharp eye for fashion trends and understanding of what drives performance in the jersey category.

  • Strong technical knowledge of jersey fabrics, fits, and finishes.

  • Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable with great communication skills.

  • A design portfolio that demonstrates trend-led, commercial, and innovative work.