At a Glance
- Tasks: Create technical packs and support garment development for womenswear jersey.
- Company: Leading high street supplier with a friendly and ambitious culture.
- Benefits: Exciting growth plans and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on innovation and quality.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make your mark in the fashion industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical design and strong skills in Adobe Illustrator.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
A leading high street supplier is looking for a Junior or Mid level Technical Designer to join their growing womenswear team. This is a great opportunity for a technically focused designer to develop their career, working across cut & sew jersey for womenswear daywear, leisure and formalwear.
You’ll support garment development from initial samples through to approval, working closely with design, sourcing, production and suppliers to ensure fit, construction and quality standards are met.
The Role:
- Create accurate technical packs and garment specifications
- Produce detailed CADs using Adobe Illustrator
- Support sample development, amendments and approvals
- Attend fit sessions, recording fit comments and implementing amendments
- Develop strong knowledge of garment construction, fit and measurements
- Follow the critical path, managing deadlines and key development stages
- Manage lab dips, samples and approvals
- Liaise with suppliers and factories throughout development
- Work closely with design, sourcing and production teams
About You:
- Experience as a Junior/Technical Designer, Assistant Technical Designer or similar
- Experience with womenswear jersey, ideally daywear, leisure and/or formalwear
- Strong technical pack and specification skills – essential
- Confident using Adobe Illustrator/CAD
- Good understanding of garment construction and fit
- Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage deadlines
- Proactive, collaborative and keen to develop within a technical role
Join a friendly, ambitious business with an excellent culture and exciting growth plans. Apply today!
Technical Fashion Designer in London employer: Sarah Sykes Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative high street supplier in London, where your role as a Junior Technical Fashion Designer will be supported by a collaborative and ambitious work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills in garment construction and fit while working on exciting womenswear projects. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a friendly team that values creativity and technical expertise, making it an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
