Hybrid Working – Senior/Designer – Swim & Sportswear (FT/PT) (TGN5416) – Excellent £ DOE

Tagged Resources; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion design firm is seeking a Designer/Senior Designer to lead product creation and design direction across swimwear and leisure categories in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in ladieswear design and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. This role involves setting seasonal trends, managing product development, and nurturing junior designers. The company offers flexible hours, hybrid working options, and various employee benefits including 32 days of holiday.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working (at least 3 days in office)

32 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Christmas shutdown

40% staff discount & sample sales

Modern offices with free parking

Regular reviews plus learning & development programme

Social events & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Dynamic portfolio showcasing design capabilities.
• 4+ years' experience in multi-category design.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric, and trims.

Responsibilities

• Design strong commercial ranges aligning with brand handwriting.
• Set seasonal master trends and present to the business.
• Create sourcing packs and oversee product development.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

ladieswear multi-category design background

commercial awareness of brand price points

creative direction

mentoring junior team members

Job description

Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Swimwear/Sportswear

Job Ref: TGN5416

The Company

We’re looking for a dynamic Designer/ SeniorDesignerto lead trend direction, product creation and multi-category design across leading brands across leisure and swimwear.

This role covers Swim, Beach, Garments, Leisure and Outerwear, with a hands‑on focus on setting seasonal direction, elevating product quality and working closely with suppliers and customers.

Hybrid working

Full-Time & Part-Time considered.

The role:

Design Across Categories

• Design strong commercial ranges that align with brand handwriting
• Produce detailed technical specifications (tech packs)

Trend & Creative Direction

• Set seasonal master trends and present to the wider business.
• Conduct comp shops and lead global trend research.

Sourcing & Development

• Create sourcing packs and source fabrics/trims in the Far East
• Attend fit sessions, overseeing product development from concept to final sample.

Team Leadership

• Manage & develop the AssistantDesigner
• Deliver training, performance reviews, and career planning.

Requirements:

• A dynamic portfolio showcasing design capabilities.
• Strong ladieswear multi-category design background with 4+ years’ experience
• Expertise in design software Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, is essential.
• Swimwear experience is helpful but not essential.
• Clear understanding of garment construction, fabric and trims
• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness of brand price points, ensuring designs are viable.
• Ability to own creative direction whilst working independently.
• Confident presenting trends to the wider team and key customers
• Highly organised and able to balance creative and technical demands.
• A collaborative mentor who can guide junior team members
• Comfortable travelling to the Far East

Benefits:

• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working (at least 3 days in office)
• 32 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Christmas shutdown
• 40% staff discount & sample sales
• Modern offices with free parking
• Regular reviews plus learning & development programme
• Social events & wellbeing support