Design Assistant (Womenswear)

Brandbank Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Brandbank Day

Health and wellness program

Referral program

Sample sales access

Pantry snacks

End-of-Trip facilities

Pet-friendly workplace

Job summary

Seed Heritage is seeking a Design Assistant to join our Womenswear team in Melbourne. You will support the design process from ranging to product development, creating style files and samples, and coordinating with production and Stores.

This role offers exposure to Buy meetings, VM handovers and colour palette work, with on-site days in our St Kilda Road offices. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a similar role, strong organisation, and proficiency in Illustrator/Photoshop, MS Office,

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Fashion Design or a similar discipline.
• 1-2 years' experience in a Design Assistant, Buying Assistant or similar role.
• Previous Womenswear or fashion apparel experience is highly regarded.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong MS Office skills: Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Demonstrated hand-sketching ability.
• Understanding of graphic textile prints desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Designers throughout the end-to-end ranging and product development process.
• Create and maintain style files, line sheets and product information, ensuring all details are accurate.
• Assist with sketching and creating styles in internal systems.
• Coordinate samples for Buy meetings, trade meetings, photoshoots and campaigns.
• Manage sample storage, organisation and archiving.
• Work with Production to ensure samples are received on time and flag delays.
• Support VM handovers and ensure product information is updated.
• Assist with colour palettes, Pantone swatches and newsletters.
• Liaise with Stores to communicate product information and updates.
• On-site role 5-days per week, based in our St Kilda Road offices.

Skills

Hand-sketching

Illustrator

Photoshop

Excel

Word

Outlook

Communication

Organization

Time management

Textile prints

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Internal design systems

Job description

• Full time, permanent opportunity with an iconic Australian fashion retailer


• Up to 50% off the new season Seed Heritage product range!

We are looking for a Design Assistant to join our Womenswear team and provide hands‑on support to our Womenswear Design team throughout the ranging and product development process.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for fashion to build their experience within a fast-paced, collaborative design environment, gaining exposure to everything from product development and samples through to Buy meetings and VM handovers.

THE ROLE:

• Support the Designers throughout the end-to-end ranging and product development process


• Create and maintain style files, line sheets and product information, ensuring all details are accurate and up to date


• Assist with sketching and creating styles in internal systems


• Coordinate samples for Buy meetings, trade meetings, photoshoots, campaign activity and other key milestones


• Manage sample storage, organisation and archiving


• Work closely with Production to ensure samples are received on time and flag any delays or issues


• Support the preparation of VM handovers and ensure all relevant product information is updated


• Assist with colour palettes, Pantone swatches, newsletters and general Design team administration


• Liaise with internal teams and Stores to communicate product information and updates


• On-site role 5-days per week, based in our St Kilda Road offices.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Fashion Design or a similar discipline


• 1-2 years' experience in a Design Assistant, Buying Assistant or similar role


• Previous Womenswear or fashion apparel experience is highly regarded


• Strong organisation, prioritisation and time management skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• A high level of attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure


• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook


• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop


• Demonstrated hand-sketching ability


• An understanding of graphic textile prints is desirable

WHY JOIN THE SEED HERITAGE TEAM?

• Up to 50% off the new season Seed Heritage product range!


• Generous discounts across all Brandbank Group Brands including Unison, allkinds, Commonry & kikki.K.


• Supportive team culture and environment.


• Employee Referral Program - be rewarded for referring great new people to our team.


• Health and Wellness initiatives with access to Employee Assistance Program


• Brandbank Day - An additional day's leave to use however you like - whether it's for life admin, cultural celebrations, or simply recharging.


• You & Your Mate - Yes, we mean your dog! Bring your furry friend to work and make your day that little bit brighter.


• Sample Sales - Exclusive access to product samples at great prices - a fun and exciting benefit for anyone who loves our brands.


• Pantry Perks - Free breakfast and snacks available on-site for a quick pick-me-up.


• End-of-Trip Facilities - Including bike stands, showers, towel service, and ironing boards for those commuting in active ways.

At Seed Heritage, we elevate the everyday. Our collections centre on beautiful design and a modern, Australian point of view.

The Seed Heritage lifestyle is about family, friends, and moments together. Since 2000, our range has expanded to include womenswear, menswear, teen, child, baby and homewares.

With more than 200 stores across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, we now reach a global audience, and our online store ships worldwide.

Across our offering, we focus on quality and a timeless appeal. Seed pieces are made to see you through the seasons, and to last for years. Seed Heritage gives a modern take on the classics, set to inspire and to fit into your life at every stage. We'd love for you to join us.

To learn more and see all job listings, visit: https://www.seedheritage.com/careers

ABOUT BRANDBANK GROUP

Brandbank was founded on bold creative thinking. We exist to ensure that the entire experience of a brand is brilliantly designed and beautifully connected, and the customer is at the heart of everything we do. Our growing business is built on a house of carefully curated brands, each chosen for a specific reason to deliver rich connections to our customers. Brandbank Group consists of Seed Heritage, Unison, allkinds, Commonry & kikki.K.

To learn more and see all job listings, visit: https://www.brandbankgroup.com.au/our-talent/join-our-team