At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop trend-led womenswear collections while mentoring junior designers.
- Company: Dynamic fashion brand with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Opportunities for career progression, creative freedom, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Ideal for ambitious designers looking to lead and grow their careers.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced team and make your mark in the fashion industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in womenswear design and strong trend interpretation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an experienced
Senior Womenswear Designer across Soft Wovens to join their successful and expanding team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven designer with a strong trend awareness and the ability to build and develop collections independently.
Working across key accounts, you will take ownership of designing trend-led, commercially successful ranges while playing an active role in mentoring and supporting junior designers.
Offering genuine scope for progression, this role is ideal for someone looking to further develop their leadership skills and grow within a fast-paced, ambitious business.
- Design and develop trend-led, commercially focused soft woven multi-product ranges in line with customer briefs and target price points.
- Build cohesive seasonal collections with a strong commercial appeal.
- Present concepts and ranges to customers with confidence, clearly communicating design direction and product rationale.
- Translate trends into wearable, products suitable for high-volume retail environments.
- Support and mentor junior designers, helping to develop talent within the team.
- Build strong relationships with customers and confidently lead design discussions.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and bestselling products to inform design decisions.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure ranges are developed and delivered in line with customer expectations.
Person Specification
- Proven experience designing womenswear, ideally within a supplier or fast-paced retail environment.
- A strong fashion eye with the ability to interpret trends into commercial product.
- Confident presenting to buyers and comfortable leading customer meetings.
- Ability to work independently, managing multiple projects and accounts.
- Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior designers would be advantageous.
- Commercially aware, organised and proactive in approach.
- Ambitious and eager to progress within a growing business.
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Senior Wovens Designer -Ladieswear employer: The Retail Partnership Ltd
The Retail Partnership Ltd offers a vibrant and collaborative work environment in Leicester, making it an excellent employer for creative professionals. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that encourages innovation, team members have ample opportunities to grow their skills and advance their careers. Additionally, the company's commitment to modern design aesthetics ensures that you will be part of exciting projects that resonate with current market trends.
Contact Details:
The Retail Partnership Ltd Recruitment Team
