Assistant Fashion Designer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic design team is seeking an Assistant Fashion Designer to develop innovative and trend-led designs for women's jersey wear. The role includes collaborating with the Head of Womenswear, producing technical sheets, and ensuring design accuracy with production teams in China. Candidates should have a degree in Fashion Design and at least 2 years of relevant experience, alongside strong communication and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in designing womenswear.
• Strong technical skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Passion for womenswear design and trends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head of Womenswear to develop seasonal concepts.
• Design jersey wear pieces aligning with market trends.
• Source fabrics and liaise with teams in China for production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Graphic ability

Education

Degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

CAD programs

Job description

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Client:

SUMEC TEXTILE & LIGHT INDUSTRY CO., LTD

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title:

Manchester City Centre Office Based Role

Reports To:

Head of Womenswear Design

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and creative Assistant Women’s Jersey wear Designer to join our dynamic design team. With at least 2 years of experience, you will support the creation of trend-led, innovative, and commercially successful designs for women’s jersey wear. You will contribute to all aspects of the design process, from concept through to finished product, involved in customer meetings & liaising with our colleagues in China.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Womenswear to research & develop seasonal concepts and mood boards.
• Assist in designing jersey wear pieces that align with market trends & target customer profiles.
• Produce detailed technical CAD sheets to enable China to produce samples.
• Source fabrics, trims, & embellishments while considering quality & costs.
• Liaise with our Teams in China to ensure design ideas are translated accurately into final products.
• Assist in preparing presentations for customers.
• Stay up to date with the latest womenswear & jersey wear trends, including competitor analysis.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in designing womenswear, with a focus on jersey wear preferred.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs.
• Knowledge of garment construction, fabric properties, & textile techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail & an eye for colour, pattern, and trends.
• Strong communication & organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about womenswear design & creating innovative, trend-led products.
• Experience working knitted fabrics, & embellishment knowledge print/embroidery etc.
• Ability to adapt between different customer requirements & price points.
• Strong graphic ability.
• Passion for Fashion: Genuine enthusiasm for womenswear & a commitment to staying updated with industry trends.

Key Attributes:

• Creative thinker with a proactive & can-do attitude.
• Team player, great communication skills, confident communicating with customers & China Factory.
• Multitasker working in a fast-paced environment ensuring tight deadlines are met.

Apply Now:

Please send your CV to [emailprotected] to take the first step towards an exciting career with us.