Assistant Designer - Next Sourcing - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Next; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking an Assistant Designer for their Menswear division in Leicester. This role involves creating trend-driven designs and collaborating within a passionate team. Applicants should have strong design experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Adobe Suite. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including bonuses and discounts.

Benefits

Profit-related bonus

Holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Sharesave scheme

On-site nursery

Staff shop

Free parking

Company transport

Staff discounts

Healthcare services

Qualifications

• Experience in apparel design is essential.
• Strong interest in trends and proficiency in Adobe Suite required.
• Ability to work well with others and be highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Travel, research, and create key pieces in menswear.
• Translate trends into appealing, price-conscious items.
• Foster relationships and contribute innovative ideas.

Skills

Apparel design

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Trend analysis

Adobe Suite proficiency

Job description

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Location: Head Office, Leicester

We are seeking a trend-driven, experienced Assistant Designer specializing in menswear apparel. This role involves working within the Menswear division for our in-house global supplier, Next Sourcing.

Application Requirement: Portfolios must be uploaded with your application to be considered.

At Next Sourcing, we lead with trend-led design and build strong relationships with our teams, renowned for quality products. This is an excellent opportunity for growth, learning, and thriving in the design industry.

Job Description

As an Assistant Apparel Designer in Menswear, you will travel, research, and create elevated key pieces at the forefront of the division. Your designs will translate trends into elevated, price-conscious items that appeal to customers. The role requires a fast-paced approach, fostering relationships and innovation within the Menswear category. You will report to the Designer and contribute positively with new ideas to push the brand forward.

Candidate Profile

Applicants must have experience and knowledge in apparel design, excellent presentation and communication skills, and the ability to work well with others. Being highly organized, self-motivated, and a team player is essential. A strong interest in trends and proficiency in Adobe Suite are required. Menswear or boyswear experience is essential.

Team and Location

You will join a passionate team focused on trend, design, and elevation, based at our Leicester Head Office.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including profit-related bonus, holiday entitlement, pension contributions, sharesave scheme, on-site nursery, staff shop, free parking, company transport, staff discounts, healthcare services, and more.

Sponsorship

Applicants requiring sponsorship must meet Home Office requirements. For details, visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

We support all candidates through the application process and provide workplace adjustments if needed. Contact us at [e-mail] or call 0116 284 2486 for support.

About Next

Next is a FTSE-100 retailer employing over 35,000 staff across the UK and Ireland, with over 500 stores and a global online presence in over 70 countries. We are a leading force in fashion retail, especially in Kidswear.