Designer & Account Manager

The Retail Partnership Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company in Leicester seeks a talented Designer & Account Manager to create innovative and commercially viable designs. The role includes researching trends and fabrics, creating CADs, and collaborating with the in-house team. Candidates should have experience in a similar role and proficient skills in Adobe Creative Suite. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar design role within a fashion brand or supplier.
• Strong understanding of fabrics, construction, and current market trends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop ranges in line with seasonal trends.
• Research trends, fabrics, and new techniques for fashion-forward designs.
• Liaise with Buyers and present design concepts and collections.

Skills

Design and develop ranges

Research trends and fabrics

Create CADs and tech packs

Excellent time management

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are working with a leading fashion company based in Leicester, who specialise in delivering trend-led, high-quality garments across womenswear, menswear and childrenswear.

As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a talented and commercially-minded Designer & Account Manager across either jersey, woven or knitwear categories to join their team.

You will be responsible for creating on-trend, innovative, and commercially viable designs with a strong understanding of fabrics, construction, and current market trends.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Design and develop ranges in line with seasonal trends
• Research trends, fabrics, and new techniques to ensure designs are fashion-forward and relevant
• Create CADs, tech packs, and detailed design specs for sampling and production
• Liaise with Buyers and present design concepts and collections
• Work collaboratively with the in-house team including garment technologists and merchandisers
• Maintain an awareness of key competitors, emerging trends, and high street activity
• Travel for fabric sourcing and inspirational shopping trips when required
• Ensure collections are delivered on time and to the required commercial standard

Person Specifications:

• Previous experience in a similar design role within a fashion brand or supplier
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office
• Excellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment