A leading UK high street fashion supplier is seeking a Junior Designer for their Girls Outwear & Leisurewear department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and driven individual to develop their design career within a supportive and fast-paced environment. The role offers structured training, international exposure, and real opportunity for progression.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design and development of commercial and trend-led girls' outerwear and leisurewear ranges.
Create CADs and presentation boards for internal use and buyer meetings, clearly communicating product ideas.
Produce detailed tech packs to ensure accurate sample development with overseas teams.
Coordinate with internal teams and overseas offices, particularly Shanghai, to ensure smooth design and production processes.
Maintain sample, fabric, and trim libraries, ensuring all information is kept current and organised.
Conduct market and trend research, compiling seasonal trend packs and competitive shop reports.
Assist with admin and studio tasks, including sample management, updating design files, and supporting the senior designer.
Develop knowledge of new software, such as CLO 3D, to support innovation in 3D design and visualisation.
Person Specification
Previous experience in girlswear design, ideally within outerwear or leisurewear categories.
Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop; familiarity with Excel and CLO 3D is a plus.
Ability to interpret trends and translate them into commercially viable product ranges.
Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
A team-oriented mindset, with strong communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
