Designer - Womens & Girls Jersey

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Designer to join their dynamic team in Leicester. This exciting role focuses on designing stylish jersey and nightwear collections for womenswear and girlswear. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fashion design, with at least three years of experience in the industry. You'll collaborate with production teams and stay ahead of trends to create market-relevant pieces. If you have a passion for fashion and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a collaborative environment and a chance to make a significant impact in the fashion world.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in designing jersey and nightwear for womenswear and girlswear.
• Proficiency in design software and strong understanding of fabric types.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative jersey and nightwear collections.
• Research current fashion trends and create technical drawings.

Skills

Fashion Design

Trend Analysis

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Fashion Design

Degree in Textile Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

We are working with a leading global fashion business who are looking for a Designer across Jersey & Nightwear womenswear and girlswear.

Based in Leicester, this role will focus on designing stylish and market-relevant womenswear and girlswear. The successful candidate will bring expertise in jersey and nightwear fabrics, a deep understanding of trends, and the technical skills needed to bring creative concepts to life.

This role offers a collaborative working environment and great benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop innovative jersey and nightwear pieces for womenswear and girlswear collections.
• Research and analyse current and emerging fashion trends to inform design direction.
• Create technical drawings, specifications, and colourways to communicate design ideas effectively.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure accurate execution of designs, taking into account fabric properties and garment construction.
• Stay updated on competitor activity, market trends, and customer preferences.
• Participate in design reviews and provide creative ideas to enhance the collection.
• Ensure all designs meet the brand's quality and aesthetic standards.

Person Specification:

• A degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience designing jersey and nightwear, particularly for womenswear and girlswear.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
• Solid knowledge of fabric types, print techniques, and garment construction.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of style, colour, and trend awareness.