Designer - Cath Kidston

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About the Role

Based in Alfred Place, London. Working pattern: typically 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Core hours flexible between 8 am and 6 pm.

Job Description

Cath Kidston focuses on attention to detail, unique styling, and using print and colour to bring joy. The design evokes nostalgia yet is practical for everyday life.

We have an opportunity for a Print Designer to join the Cath Kidston team at Next. You will design across fashion categories and third‑party licenses in fashion & beauty, especially for global licences and collaborations. Our designers look forward to the Next thing, focusing on trends and pushing boundaries to offer our fantastic customer base new and innovative print designs.

Responsibilities

• Design print collections across various categories, ensuring alignment with the brand’s aesthetic and market needs.
• Produce a variety of print repeats, placements, and colourways tailored to specific markets.
• Deeply understand the brand’s heritage and ethos, innovate and contemporise designs so they resonate with the brand and customers.
• Brief suppliers and nurture strong relationships; collaborate with the wider team to support the entire design process.

Qualifications

• Passion for the brand and its values, evident in your designs.
• Designer‑level experience at a similar brand, with a nuanced understanding of print design and brand identity.
• Creative mindset paired with a collaborative approach, essential for working effectively with the team.
• Print design expertise—comfortable creating prints that resonate with vintage influences and contemporary trends.
• Strong sense of taste, keen eye for detail, and passion for staying updated on industry trends.
• Excellent communication skills for conveying ideas and collaborating with team members and external partners.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks while maintaining high quality.

Additional Information

Please note: as part of the application process we require you to submit examples of your portfolio. Ensure you provide a link to your digital portfolio. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Sponsorship

Candidates requiring sponsorship must meet Home Office requirements. For further information see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

About Us

Next is a FTSE‑100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and a market leader in kidswear. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus Next Online, now available in over 70 countries worldwide.

Benefits

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria’s Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance‑based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On‑site nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off branded beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at staff shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Digital GP and free health/well‑being services
• Free on‑site parking
• Financial wellbeing resources
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Direct to Work: discount online and in‑store, collect items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support networks for empowerment and celebration
• Wellhub: discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, apps, PT sessions and more

Workplace Adjustments

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and can provide workplace adjustments when necessary. If you need support due to a disability or long‑term condition, please email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (include “Workplace Adjustments” in the subject) or call 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.