Senior Designer - Mens Knitwear

Posted 23 September 2025
Salary Competitive Salary
LocationManchester
Job type Full Time
Discipline DesignApparel Design
Reference5500_1758646066
Job FunctionPermanent

Job description

Due to continued growth, our client is expanding their knitwear division and has an exciting opportunity for a talented Menswear Knitwear Designer to join their dynamic team. Supplying to some of the UK's leading retailers, this role offers the chance to work on innovative, trend-led collections and make a real impact in a fast-paced, growing business.


Based in the vibrant heart of Manchester, this is a brilliant opportunity for a confident, self-motivated designer who enjoys taking ownership from initial concept through to customer meetings and presentations.

What’s on offer:

  • The chance to shape commercially successful collections for major UK retailers

  • Creative freedom to influence design direction within a thriving menswear division

  • Exposure to the full process: trend research, design, development, and customer-facing presentations

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment in a business that’s growing rapidly

  • Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home


Main responsibilities will include:

  • Translate trends into innovative, commercial knitwear ranges

  • Create seasonal collections tailored to individual customers

  • Lead customer meetings and present collections with confidence

  • Identify and drive forward new product ideas and emerging trends

  • Manage communication and product development with overseas suppliers

  • Work closely with buyers to ensure ranges meet customer expectations


Person Specification:

·        Previous experience in menswear knitwear design (supplier background highly desirable)

  • Strong eye for trends, with in-depth knowledge of yarns, gauges, and garment construction

  • Proficient in CAD and Adobe Illustrator

  • Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to build strong buyer relationships

  • A collaborative team player with the confidence to work independently

  • Passionate, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing division