At a Glance
- Tasks: Design stunning soft wovens collections and lead the entire product lifecycle.
- Company: Join Jigsaw, a pioneer in British fashion, at our beautiful Kew Gardens headquarters.
- Benefits: Full-time role with creative freedom and collaboration in a vibrant environment.
- Other info: Immediate start for a 6-month contract with excellent team collaboration.
- Why this job: Make your mark in contemporary fashion while honouring Jigsaw's heritage of craft.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in womenswear design, strong Adobe skills, and a passion for sustainability.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Jigsaw, a pioneer of the British high street, is seeking a Senior Softs Designer for a 6-month contract to join the creative team at our beautiful headquarters in Kew Gardens. This is a full-time, 5 days a week in-office role for an experienced designer to own the 360-degree product lifecycle of our soft wovens collection.
The Role
- You will design beautiful, high-quality contemporary collections that stay true to Jigsaw’s heritage of craft and design.
- This role owns the full end-to-end process, requiring a mix of creative vision and strong commercial execution during this contract period.
Key Responsibilities
- 360-Degree Product Ownership: Lead the full product journey, including trend research, creative fabric and trim selection, sketching, and launching comprehensive tech workbooks.
- Fittings & Construction: Take full responsibility for regular fitting sessions, working closely with garment technologists to ensure premium silhouette execution and construction.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner daily with our buying and merchandising teams to balance creative vision with commercial viability, range architecture, and critical path deadlines.
- Market Sourcing: Source fabrics and materials that align with Jigsaw's commitment to quality, sustainability, and contemporary elevated aesthetics.
About You
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience designing womenswear softs/wovens.
- Brand Background: Experience at a premium, contemporary, or designer-level brand is highly preferred.
- Presence: Ability to work full-time (5 days a week) from our Kew Gardens studio to collaborate dynamically with the wider team.
- Availability: Immediately available or on a short notice period to commit to a 6-month contract.
- Technical Excellence: Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and creating detailed factory workbooks.
- Market Insight: A strong understanding of the premium British high street and the modern contemporary luxury landscape.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a digital portfolio demonstrating your 360-degree design process (from fabric selection to final product) to the Jigsaw Careers Portal.
Softs Designer in London employer: Jigsaw
Jigsaw offers an inspiring work environment at our stunning Kew Gardens headquarters, where creativity and collaboration thrive. As a Senior Softs Designer, you will enjoy the opportunity to lead innovative projects while being part of a supportive team that values craftsmanship and sustainability. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that celebrates design excellence, Jigsaw is an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in fashion.
