Designer - Ladies Outerwear

Posted 26 August 2025
Salary £35000 - £45000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Full Time
Discipline DesignApparel Design
Reference5460_1756224130
Job FunctionPermanent

Job description

A leading supplier to the UK high street is looking to appoint a Ladies Outerwear Designer to join their expanding London-based studio. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and commercially minded designer to contribute to trend-led outerwear collections for a diverse portfolio of fashion retail partners.

The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is keen to collaborate across design, merchandising, and buying teams while developing seasonal collections from concept to finished product.

Key responsibilities include

  • Supporting the planning and design of ladies outerwear and leisurewear ranges

  • Creating CADs for buyer presentations and internal development

  • Producing accurate tech packs to guide sample production

  • Keeping sample trackers, fabric, and trim libraries up to date

  • Communicating with merchandising teams in Shanghai and UK-based buyers

  • Carrying out shop and trend reports to support seasonal direction

  • Keeping internal systems such as OneDrive updated with relevant documentation

  • Assisting with the development of trend packs, mood boards, and sourcing fabrics

Person specification

  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

  • Knowledge of Excel and CLO 3D is a plus

  • Experience in ladieswear outerwear is desirable

  • Strong communication and presentation skills

  • Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset in a fast-paced studio environment