Footwear Designer

ARNE; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ARNE, an innovative apparel and footwear brand, is seeking a Footwear Designer to contribute to designing and developing new footwear concepts. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Footwear or Fashion Design, previous design experience, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. You will collaborate with the team to ensure products meet brand standards and manufacturing requirements, while keeping informed about industry trends. This position offers strong career progression, diverse benefits including extensive holiday allowances, bonuses, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

32 Days Holiday + Birthday Off

Generous Staff Discount

Private Healthcare

Annual and Quarterly Bonus Schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in footwear design is essential.
• Relevant degree in Footwear/Fashion Design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of footwear construction and technology.
• Passion for the industry and ability to stay updated with trends.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing new products and product move-ons for our footwear ranges.
• Working closely with the Co-Founder and Senior Footwear Designer to develop new concepts.
• Creating tech packs with CADS and researching new technical fabrics, trims, and soles.
• Collaborating with manufacturers in Portugal and the rest of the world to bring product concepts to life.
• Management of all footwear samples.
• Maintaining awareness of industry trends and competitors.
• Ensuring designs are aligned with the ARNE brand aesthetic.
• Any other ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Footwear Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Understanding of Footwear Construction

Education

Degree in Footwear/Fashion Design

Job description

ARNE is an apparel and footwear brand/retailer based in Birchwood Park near Warrington, UK. We design and develop our products in the UK, manufacture in the near & far east and then ship directly to our customers, via ARNEclo.com. We have recently branched out and are now also available via Selfridges both in store and online, with plans for our own very first store set to open in summer 2025.

We have ambitious objectives over the next decade with the team believing all targets are achievable through new product category launches in shoes and womenswear alongside the creation of paid media, CRM activity and further international growth to amplify the great product / brand assets we have already created.

We have come a long way from Mum's bungalow where it started in 2018, to our all-new fully bespoke HQ. This office will be our home for the next 5-10 years at least and although it's not quite our style to shout too loudly, it is the place where we aim to take the brand GLOBAL and become a truly iconic UK brand.

Requirements

• Designing new products and product move-ons for our footwear ranges
• Working closely with the Co-Founder and Senior Footwear Designer to develop new concepts
• Creating tech packs with CADS and researching new technical fabrics, trims and soles
• Collaborating with manufacturers in Portugal and the rest of the world to bring product concepts to life
• Management of all footwear samples
• Maintaining awareness of industry trends and competitors
• Ensuring designs are aligned with the ARNE brand aesthetic
• Any other ad hoc duties as required
  
  

Essential Experience And Skills

• Previous experience in footwear design
• Relevant degree in Footwear/Fashion Design
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong understanding of footwear construction and technology
• Passion for the industry and staying up-to-date with trends
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Benefits

• We are proud to be recognised as a Medium sized Sunday Times Best Place to Work for 2024 & 2025!
• 32 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) + your Birthday off
• Holidays increasing up to 36 days with service
• Option to buy / sell holidays
• Generous staff discount
• Annual and quarterly bonus schemes based on company performance
• Private Healthcare including Dental & Optical Plans after probation
• Health Cash Plan from day one
• Life assurance paying 5x annual salary from day one
• Discounted marketplace with money off/cash back from 100's of places
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
  
  

ARNE are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse people bring different skills and are committed to ensuring our business support the needs of potential colleagues from Ethnic Minority backgrounds and colleagues who may be disabled or neurodiverse. We are committed creating a great place to work through diversity and inclusivity and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.