Senior Womenswear Designer
Ready to shape what's next in womenswear? We're looking for an experienced Senior Womenswear Designer to join our client's dynamic team, with a strong focus on trend-led fashion across woven blouses, dresses, and beachwear. Ideally, you'll be highly trend-aware, have retail experience, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity and commerciality go hand in hand. You'll play a key role in developing innovative, forward-thinking collections that resonate with customers, backed by strong technical skills and a sharp eye for detail.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading retailers, contributing to high-profile collections within a lovely working environment.
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Developing original design concepts aligned with brand identity, customer profile, and market trends
- Creating seasonal colour palettes, detailed sketches, CADs, and technical design packs across blouses, dresses, and beachwear categories
- Working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure designs are commercially viable and production-ready
- Researching and interpreting current and emerging fashion trends, translating them into commercially successful ranges
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously, delivering to agreed deadlines and client briefs
- Providing clear and professional communication throughout the development process
Person Specification:
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in womenswear wovens
- Previous retail experience is desirable
- Highly trend-focused with a strong commercial eye
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other relevant design software
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and collaborative
- Knowledge of fabric types, print techniques, and garment construction
- Able to balance creativity with commercial awareness