Assistant Designer - Menswear (Mat Cover) in Leicester

Assistant Designer - Menswear (Mat Cover) in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 23400 - 28600 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
TRP Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the design of innovative menswear collections for top UK retailers.
  • Company: Leading fashion supplier with a strong reputation in trend-led designs.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working model, excellent career development, and a collaborative culture.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a dynamic fashion environment.
  • Why this job: Join a creative team and make your mark in the fashion industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in menswear design and strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite.

The predicted salary is between 23400 - 28600 Β£ per year.

Our client, a leading fashion supplier based in Leicester, is seeking a talented and commercially aware Assistant / Junior Designer to join their growing Menswear Multi-Product team on a Maternity Cover.

Supplying to some of the UK's most recognised high street retailers, this business has built an excellent reputation for delivering trend-led, commercially successful collections across multiple product categories.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and creative Designer looking to develop their career, working closely with the wider design and sales teams, you will support the creation of innovative and commercial menswear ranges for major retail accounts.

The business offers a collaborative culture, excellent career development opportunities, and a hybrid working model.

Main

Responsibilities

Will

Include: Supporting the design and development of menswear multi-product ranges across a variety of categories.

Conducting trend research, competitor analysis, and market shopping to identify key trends, colours, fabrics, and silhouettes.

Creating mood boards, trend presentations, and customer-focused design concepts.

Producing detailed CADs, technical sketches, and specification packs to support product development.

Working closely with internal teams to develop commercially viable products that align with customer requirements and market trends.

Assisting with fabric, trim, and garment sourcing to support seasonal collections.

Preparing and presenting design concepts and range developments to customers and internal stakeholders.

Person

Specification: Previous experience within a fashion menswear design role at either a retailer or supplier.

A strong interest and passion for menswear fashion and current market trends.

Experience designing across multiple product categories would be advantageous.

Excellent Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.

Strong CAD and technical drawing capabilities.

Good commercial awareness and an understanding of the UK high street retail market.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

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Assistant Designer - Menswear (Mat Cover) in Leicester employer: TRP Recruitment

Join a leading global fashion business as a Senior Graphic Designer, where creativity and innovation are at the forefront of our dynamic team. Based in Central London with hybrid working options, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages fresh ideas and personal growth while collaborating on high-profile brands. This role not only allows you to express your creative flair but also provides real opportunities for career progression in an exciting and fast-paced environment.

TRP Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Designer - Menswear (Mat Cover) in Leicester

Trend Research
Competitor Analysis
Market Shopping
Mood Board Creation
Trend Presentations
Customer-Focused Design Concepts
CAD Production