JAG - Assistant Designer

APG & Co Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off all our brands

Flexible working options – hybrid WFH

4pm Friday finishes

Birthday leave + monthly social events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

APG & Co Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a highly organised Assistant Designer to be the operational backbone of our design team, working closely with the Senior Designer across the full product lifecycle—from concept and development through sampling, ranging, and launch.

This is a hybrid role blending creative and administrative work in a fast-paced studio, requiring obsession with detail, strong Illustrator skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with clear communication.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in design, product development, or creative support role (internships considered)
• Diploma or degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, or similar discipline
• Strong Adobe Illustrator skills — confident creating technical CADs and spec sheets
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fit, and textiles
• Experience managing sample tracking and critical path admin
• Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
• Exceptional organisational skills and obsessive attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Clear, professional communicator — written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Assist with trend and market research, mood boards, colour palettes, and seasonal inspiration
• Create technical CADs, range pages, and specification sheets
• Preparation of development briefs for suppliers
• Assist in fabric, trim, and material sourcing as required
• Maintain accurate records of lab dips, strike-offs, and tech pack submissions and approvals
• Support supplier communication, costing inputs, and product approvals
• Maintain product data in AP21 and Clo-set, or equivalent systems
• Update BOMs, colourways, and style information, keeping files clean and current
• Manage WIP tracking, sample logs, and critical path updates across the team
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Senior Designer
• Prepare documentation for range and buy meetings
• Keep design sample areas organised and up to date
• Support additional design projects and administrative tasks as needed

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Garment construction

Sample tracking

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

1–3 years experience

Education

Diploma or degree in Fashion Design

Tools

CAD software

Job description

A leader in the Australian fashion industry, APG & Co designs and manages Sportscraft, SABA and JAG. For over 50 years, APG & Co. has curated, grown and evolved these brands to be at the forefront of Australian fashion. We celebrate our history while allowing our brands to express themselves in contemporary, relevant and authentic ways.

The working environment is dynamic, professional and passionate. The mission: Bringing Style to Life. APG & Co values working as a collective, thriving on change, and playing to win. We are built to last.

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly organised, detail-obsessed Assistant Designer to be the operational backbone of our design team. You’ll work closely with the Senior Designer across the full product lifecycle from initial concept and development through to sampling, ranging, and launch.

This is a role for someone who loves both the creative and operational sides of design: someone who notices the details others miss, stays one step ahead, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

WHAT YOU’LL OWN

Design & Development

• Assist with trend and market research, mood boards, colour palettes, and seasonal inspiration
• Create technical CADs, range pages, and specification sheets
• Preparation of development briefs for suppliers
• Assist in fabric, trim, and material sourcing as required
• Maintain accurate records of lab dips, strike-offs, and tech pack submissions and approvals
• Support supplier communication, costing inputs, and product approvals

Product Systems & Organisation

• Maintain product data in AP21 and Clo-set, or equivalent systems
• Update BOMs, colourways, and style information, keeping files clean and current
• Manage WIP tracking, sample logs, and critical path updates across the team

Admin & Coordination

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Senior Designer
• Prepare documentation for range and buy meetings
• Keep design sample areas organised and up to date
• Support additional design projects and administrative tasks as needed

WHAT WE’R LOOKING FOR

• 1–3 years’ experience in a design, product development, or creative support role (internships considered)
• Diploma or degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, or similar discipline
• Strong Adobe Illustrator skills — confident creating technical CADs and spec sheets
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fit, and textiles
• Experience managing sample tracking and critical path admin
• Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
• Exceptional organisational skills and obsessive attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Clear, professional communicator — written and verbal

WHO THRIVES HERE

The right person for this role is detail-obsessed but not rigid, creative but operationally sharp. You’re calm under pressure, one step ahead of the team, and you take genuine pride in keeping things running smoothly. You have strong taste and curiosity, communicate with confidence, and bring a solutions-focused, team-first mindset to everything you do.

As part of the APG family, you’ll enjoy:

• 50% off all our brands
• Flexible working options – hybrid WFH and beautiful studio/office space
• 4pm Friday finishes and true work/life balance
• Birthday leave + monthly social events, morning teas & more
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family