Senior Fashion Designer in Chelmsford

Reports to: Product Director

Hours: Full Time 9am to 5.30pm

Contract: Permanent

Location: Loughton, Essex - remote working on Fridays

OUR STORY, YOUR IMPACT

At Never Fully Dressed, we’re more than just a fashion brand - we’re a community built on self-expression, inclusivity, and individuality. Born from humble beginnings in the vibrant markets of East London, we’ve grown into a global brand that celebrates diversity and empowers women to embrace their unique style. Our team is driven by creativity, passion, and a commitment to making a positive impact, designing versatile pieces that inspire confidence and joy in everyday life.

We are now looking for an exceptional Senior Fashion Designer to help shape the next chapter of Never Fully Dressed. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded creative to take ownership, drive innovation, and play a key role in the evolution of a fast-growing global fashion brand. You’ll bring fresh energy, elevated taste, and a deep understanding of the Never Fully Dressed customer, translating trends into confident, feel-good collections that resonate globally while staying true to our DNA.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As Senior Fashion Designer, you will lead the creative development of collections from concept through to final product, working closely with the wider design, buying, merchandising, and production teams. You’ll be instrumental in evolving the brand aesthetic while ensuring collections remain commercially successful, inclusive, and exciting for our growing international customer base. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where ambitious ideas are encouraged.

YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Leading the design and development of seasonal collections across multiple product categories.
• Driving creative direction with fresh ideas, elevated design thinking, and a strong understanding of the NFD brand identity.
• Identifying and translating emerging trends, customer insights, and market opportunities into commercially successful collections.
• Creating detailed CADs, tech packs, prints, embroidery concepts, and design specifications for suppliers.
• Owning the design process from initial concept through to fittings, sampling, and final sign-off.
• Planning Design and development trips to support range building.
• Collaborating closely with buying, merchandising, garment tech, and production teams to ensure products are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
• Working directly with factories and suppliers to develop fabrics, trims, silhouettes, and new product innovations.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the design team, helping to foster a collaborative and inspiring creative environment.
• Ensuring collections align with business strategy, global growth plans, and customer demand.
• Contributing to the evolution of the brand by constantly bringing new ideas, inspiration, and energy to the table.
• Maintaining awareness of competitor activity, market shifts, and international fashion trends.
• Supporting campaign and content teams with styling direction and collection storytelling where needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• A highly creative and commercially aware Senior Fashion Designer with significant experience within a fashion brand or retailer.
• Someone who truly understands the Never Fully Dressed customer and can design product that inspires confidence, versatility, and individuality.
• Strong experience designing across womenswear, with an eye for print, colour, shape, and detail.
• A proven track record of delivering commercially successful collections in a fast-moving fashion environment.
• Exceptional trend forecasting and the ability to translate ideas into product with speed and clarity.
• Strong technical knowledge including CAD design, garment construction, fabric development, and fit awareness.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build strong relationships across teams and suppliers.
• Someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and excited by growth and change.
• A natural leader with the confidence to take ownership and influence creatively.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Passionate about fashion, storytelling, and creating product that makes women feel amazing.
• Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.
• Experience working with international suppliers and managing the product development process is highly desirable.

WHY NEVER FULLY DRESSED?

This is an opportunity to join a female-founded brand during an incredibly exciting stage of growth. You’ll have real influence, creative ownership, and the chance to help shape the future of a globally expanding business while working alongside a passionate and ambitious team. We’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us, bring new ideas, challenge creatively, and become a key part of the Never Fully Dressed journey.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Never Fully Dressed

At Never Fully Dressed, we’re more than a fashion brand - we’re a female-founded community that celebrates and empowers everybody through feel good dressing. Inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. It shows up in every stitch, every story, and every step we take forward. We believe our team should reflect the diversity of our community and we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join the team.

Our Promise

We are committed to making fashion a more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming space - not just in what we design, but in how we show up for our community, our team, and the world around us.

We design for everybody. Our collections are available in UK sizes 6-28 / US 2-24. We create versatile multi-wear pieces that can be styled for YOU: from breastfeeding-friendly dresses to wrap skirts that can be styled multiple ways. We cast and collaborate with people who reflect the real, diverse world we live in - not just the industry ideal.

What We Stand For

• Diversity - We represent and welcome people of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, and identities - and we celebrate the power of difference.
• Equity - We’re committed to fairness - from our pricing to our partnerships, to the platforms we’ve created.
• Inclusion - Our community is our influence. We listen, learn, and take action based on the stories, needs, and experiences of the people who wear and inspire our brand.

How We Take Action

• We actively recruit diverse voices and create a supportive workplace that encourages growth, learning, and collaboration.
• We work to make our stores, website, and experiences accessible for all.
• We spotlight and support causes that matter - raising funds, volunteering, and using our platform to celebrate others.
• We regularly host events and open conversations with our community to listen, evolve, and grow together.

Supporting Our Team

• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), which grows the longer you’re here - plus your birthday off.
• Optional health insurance after 6 months.
• Auto enrolment onto Medicash scheme.
• Work phone and laptop provided.
• The option to join our pension scheme.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Office parking permit available.
• 40% staff discount.
• Fridays currently work from home.
• Food, drinks, and refreshments in the office.

We know that meaningful change doesn’t happen overnight. We’re committed to reflecting, learning, and taking real action with an honest approach. Our promise is to keep doing the work, and to bring our community with us on the journey. Fashion should be inclusive, and we’re committed to creating an empowering, celebratory space for everybody.