Assistant Denim Designer - Next Sourcing Womenswear

We are looking for a trend driven experienced Assistant/Junior designer, looking to push the denim category further within Womenswear. This role will be working with our supplier based in the Next head office – Next Sourcing who have a wealth of experience and work at a high pace. This is a really great opportunity for someone looking to design for Next womenswear within the denim category.

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Let’s talk trend led design…When it comes to UK retail, it’s hard to find a company with a bigger focus on quality within design. We sell thousands of items an hour and our repeat customer base comes back to us time and time again for our renowned trend led, quality products. For anyone in the design field – this is the place to learn. To grow. And to thrive., You will support with design research, sketching and wash boards. Assisting with illustrator sketches, tech packs and design presentations. Market trend and shopping research under the guidance of the senior designer. Reviewing samples & washes with the guidance of the senior designer and feedback to respective teams. Log in, organise, maintain and chase samples. Build on key relationships with NS territory teams and buying team., You would be joining an amazing team whose enthusiasm for trend, design and elevation is the main focus. This role will support the Women’s Senior Denim Designer on multi-product, while also assisting the wider design team across the brand where needed. The team design and develop new ranges, taking responsibility for everything from trend prediction to design concept through to technical development and product selection.

We would love you to have a degree within Textile Design, Fashion Design or a similar discipline, Experience & knowledge in Womenswear Denim Design, fabric, washes, laundry finishes, sample construction, is desirable. Strong presentation and communication skills, you will be capable of working well with other team members and building productive relationships. Highly organised, self-motivated, dynamic; you will be able to proactively manage a wide range of responsibilities throughout the design development process. Agility with the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment is also important. A strong interest in denim fashion and awareness of trends, with a feminine aesthetic and attention to detail. Confidence within the Adobe suite is essential for this role.

We’ll discuss more of what you’ll get when you work for Next at interview, but here’s an overview of what you can expect:

• Profit-related bonus

• 25 days holiday and the opportunity to buy more

• Contributions into a pension scheme

• Sharesave scheme, which allows you to invest in Next and claim your share of our success

• On-site nursery (salary sacrifice scheme) in Leicester

• A fantastic restaurant, coffees shops and juice bar

• Staff shop

• Free parking on-site, including car sharing

• Free company bus service to and from Leicester city centre and other areas

• 25% staff discount on most Next products – either in our stores or delivered directly to your desk

• National and local discounts on goods and services

• A digital GP healthcare service