Designer & Account Manager

TRP RECRUITMENT; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company based in Leicester is seeking a talented Designer & Account Manager. You will create innovative designs and collaborate with in-house teams, managing seasonal trends and ensuring timely delivery. The ideal candidate has experience in a fashion design role and is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite. Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality garments across various categories.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar design role within a fashion brand or supplier.
• Strong fashion forward portfolio.
• 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 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.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)

Excellent time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fashion design skills

Tools

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

• 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
• Strong fashion forward portfolio
• 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