At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of innovative ladieswear collections and inspire creative teams.
- Company: Established fashion supplier with a focus on growth and creativity.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on trend forecasting and customer partnerships.
- Why this job: Shape the future of ladieswear and make a real impact in the fashion industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in ladieswear design and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded ladieswear Design Manager to lead the UK Design function of a well-established fashion supplier, with an emphasis on Jersey product. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility across multiple product categories, focusing on driving the continued growth and success of the Ladieswear division. The successful candidate will combine strong creative vision, commercial awareness, and exceptional leadership skills to inspire teams, influence customers, and shape future product strategy. In addition, you will have some added responsibility of overseeing a team of freelance designers who work across Kidswear and Baby, so experience in this area is highly advantageous. Hybrid working 3/2 is offered with this role as well as excellent benefits.
Main responsibilities:
- Partner with commercial and international teams to develop and deliver a customer-focused product vision across all categories.
- Drive trend forecasting, colour, fabric, and product direction, ensuring innovation and newness remain at the heart of every range.
- Lead the development of a compelling Ladieswear offer, identifying opportunities to drive growth and strengthen customer partnerships.
- Oversee the design process from concept through to customer presentation, delivering inspiring and commercially successful collections.
- Present confidently at senior customer level, influencing decisions and positioning the business as a trusted product partner.
Design Manager -Ladieswear in London employer: The Retail Partnership Ltd
As a leading fashion supplier, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that encourages creativity and innovation. Our Design Manager role offers not only competitive benefits and a hybrid working model but also significant opportunities for professional growth within the thriving ladieswear sector. Join us in a vibrant location where your leadership will inspire teams and shape the future of fashion.
Contact Details:
The Retail Partnership Ltd Recruitment Team
