[Spontaneous application] Designer

Polène Paris; Paris; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Polène invites design talents to join its studio in Paris to shape leather goods and jewellery collections from concept to finished products. You will collaborate with the Collection and Sourcing teams and workshops in France and Spain to ensure technical accuracy and craft excellence.

The role focuses on creative research, moodboards, sketches, technical drawings and mock-ups, with a strong emphasis on materials, volumes and Polène's identity.

Qualifications

• Experience in design (leather goods, jewellery, objects) within luxury or high-end maisons.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and hand sketching.
• Strong understanding of construction and manufacturing techniques; able to work with technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct creative and visual research based on briefs and build moodboards to inspire new designs.
• Translate concepts into sketches, technical drawings, simulations and mock-ups.
• Create mock-ups at different development stages to test shapes and constructions.
• Develop technical specifications and correction sheets for workshops and support prototype iterations.
• Oversee technical development with Collection and Sourcing teams and workshops in France and Spain.
• Participate in design reviews and present progress to contribute to the creative process.
• Stay updated on trends, materials, craftsmanship and innovations to evolve Polène's identity.

Skills

Leather goods design

Jewellery design

Adobe Illustrator

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

To support the continued transformation of the Maison, we are always looking for creative talents who are eager to join a creative studio like Polène's.

We are keen to meet talents from a wide range of backgrounds, including leather goods, fashion and jewellery , united by a shared desire to contribute to projects spanning creative research and the development of ideas, through to prototype development and follow-up with our workshops.

If you would like to learn more about the Maison's creative vision and contribute to the creation and development of its leather goods collections, we invite you to submit your application below.

Once your application has been reviewed, if your profile is likely to match the needs of our creative studio, our Recruitment team will get in touch with you to discuss your background , aspirations and motivations for joining Polène in greater detail.

You will thrive in this role if you want:

• Conduct creative and visual research based on briefs and build moodboards to inspire the creation of new designs and the evolution of existing lines.
• Translate concepts into sketches, technical drawings, simulations and mock-ups , exploring the volumes, proportions and details of each design.
• Create mock-ups at different stages of development to test and refine shapes and constructions.
• Develop technical specifications and correction sheets for the workshops and support the various prototype iterations.
• Oversee the technical development of projects in close collaboration with the Collection and Sourcing teams and our workshops in France and Spain.
• Participate in Design reviews and meetings , present project progress and contribute to collective creative discussions.
• Stay constantly up to date on trends, materials, craftsmanship and innovations to inspire the creative process and contribute to the evolution of Polène's identity.

You will excel in this role if:

• You have experience in design (leather goods, jewellery, objects...) , ideally within a luxury or high-end Maison.
• You are proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) as well as hand sketching .
• You have a strong understanding of construction and manufacturing techniques and are comfortable working with technical teams and workshops.
• You have a strong interest in hands-on work and prototyping . Experience creating mock-ups is a plus.
• You are creative, autonomous, rigorous and highly organized , with a strong ability to adapt and prioritize.
• You have a creative sensibility aligned with Polène's DNA and a strong appreciation for materials, volumes and details.
• You enjoy working collaboratively , have excellent interpersonal skills and are motivated by contributing to a collective creative dynamic.

Within the Studio , you will join the Design team , made up of around a dozen designers responsible for the creation and development of the Maison's collections. You will work closely with the Collection and Sourcing teams, as well as our workshops and partners in France and Spain.

The team operates in an environment where creativity, craftsmanship and technical excellence come together every day. You will contribute directly to shaping the identity of Polène's collections, from the first creative ideas through to their translation into finished products.

By joining Polène, you will have the opportunity to:

• Join a Maison with a unique business project and an ambitious development plan covering its entire value chain.
• Grow in an ever-evolving environment where innovation and the pursuit of excellence are key drivers.
• Thrive in an environment where people are at the heart of the project , and where the attention given to employees is a true differentiating factor.

What you may not know yet about Polène:

Born in Paris in 2016, crafted in Ubrique and open to the world, Polène is much more than a leather goods Maison: it is a culture, a way of being and a way of creating. Each of our creations reflects the meeting point between technical precision and the poetry of form.

Today, Polène brings together 1,500 employees , including 900 exceptional artisans based in Ubrique, Spain , and operates across 3 continents , with an expansion plan targeting 7 new openings per year .

Polène is committed to an inclusive, ethical and equitable culture throughout its recruitment processes. We welcome you as you are, with your talents, your energy and your desire to contribute.