Junior Designer

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours)

Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire, Travel Required.

Who are we? For over 30 years, we have travelled, laughed, and grown. We believe life is for living and is more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life's everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow, and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn't just an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to create an inclusive environment that connects us with our customers, colleagues, and communities. You play a key part in fostering a workplace free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying, and marginalisation.

Role Summary: We are looking for a Junior Designer to join our Accessories design team at our head office in Havant. Working closely with the buyer and under the guidance of the Design Manager, you will produce products that reflect key seasonal trends, shape our range, and align with our brand ethos.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design compelling accessories collections across Women's and Men's categories, translating seasonal concepts into commercially relevant products.
• Apply strong 3D design skills and leverage experience in print and surface design to enhance the range.
• Proactively track emerging and future trends, sharing insights to drive innovation.
• Create detailed and accurate design packs to ensure high-quality samples are delivered on time.
• Conduct market and competitor research to stay ahead of trends and maintain commercial awareness.
• Collaborate with Buying to develop new ranges based on trend insights, sales data, and customer needs.
• Produce CADs, design packs, and manipulate artworks, graphics, and prints with clear specifications.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding design details, materials, and construction queries.
• Present seasonal collections to the team and senior management, articulating design directions and key styles.
• Support the wider design team with trend research and theme development for seasonal presentations.

Skills and Experience:

• Degree or equivalent in a fashion-related subject.
• Experience at assistant/junior designer level.
• Excellent 3D drawing skills; print experience is an advantage.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with external partners and senior management.
• Good research skills and ability to organise workload.

Role Competencies:

• Strong trend awareness and understanding of the FatFace brand.
• Organised, proactive, and able to prioritise tasks.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, materials, and construction.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Ability to translate paper designs into 3D models.
• Good understanding of factory processes and supplier communication.
• Creative with the ability to convey the brand vision.
• Understanding of customer profiles, product ranges, and competitors.
• Resilient, adaptable, and receptive to feedback.

Key Contacts and Relationships:

• Internal: Product Team
• External: Suppliers

Resources and Brand Impact: This role influences customer-facing brand collateral and seasonal communications, impacting sales, brand integrity, and customer loyalty.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Perkbox platform with discounts, wellbeing content, and more
• THRIVE learning system with extensive training resources
• Dental insurance (employee-funded)
• Pension scheme
• EAP support (UNUM/Retail Trust/Fashion Textiles)
• Critical illness/death in service cover for salaried staff
• Sick pay allowances
• O2 phone discount
• Eye tests and glasses contributions
• Sabbatical leave per service
• Enhanced family leave policies (e.g., maternity leave)
• Refer a friend scheme

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