Joules Assistant Designer - Footwear and Accessories

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer based in Leicester is seeking a talented design professional to support the creation of seasonal ranges across Accessories and Footwear. This role requires Illustrator proficiency and a degree in Textile or Fashion Design. Ideal candidates will have a friendly, collaborative nature, and a strong interest in the fashion industry. The position is full-time and based in Market Harborough, emphasizing teamwork in an office setting.

Qualifications

• Must be Illustrator proficient with a Textile or Fashion Design Degree.
• Experience in the industry is beneficial.
• Outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic nature required.
• Confidently adapt and work collaboratively.
• Keen interest in fashion and retail industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of seasonal design ranges.
• Work on multiple products across different categories.
• Assist in creating styles that respond creatively to briefs.

Skills

Illustrator proficiency

Outwardly friendly nature

Ability to work collaboratively

Genuine excitement for the brand

Excellent trend prediction

Creativity and idea generation

Education

Textile or Fashion Design Degree or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the creation and development of seasonal design ranges across Accessories and Footwear, balancing creative and commercial needs to deliver against the Concept brief.
• Working on multiple products across Ladies, Mens and Kids, you can expect varied and exciting projects to work on within a Department that has full support and enthusiasm from Management in terms of the bigger picture.
• Assist in the creation of a broad variety of styles that creatively respond to a brief, embracing a commercial eye and a think outside of the box approach.

Qualifications

• You must be Illustrator proficient with a Textile or Fashion Design Degree or equivalent.
• Whilst not essential, it would be beneficial for you to already have experience within industry - this could be via paid work, work experience or via an internship, for example.
• You should have an outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic nature with the ability to adapt and work collaboratively within our close knit team.
• A genuine excitement about the brand is a must (although we don't think this is too difficult!).
• You must be confident in your ability to easily switch between different products as the workload is varied and at times fast paced.
• Able to work cross-functionally and build strong rapport and relationships across the wider teams.
• Understanding of commercial acumen, our customer and market positioning.
• Excellent trend prediction and can translate into contemporary relevance for the Joules brand.
• A genuine sense of resourcefulness and the ability and drive to make the role your own.
• Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry.
• Are fearlessly creative with ideas to share.
• Are not afraid to fail and grow.
• Have a genuine positivity for the future of our brand and all we can achieve.
• Are adaptable and can embrace change.
• Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all.
• Enjoy celebrating success.

Application Requirements

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.

This is a full time, permanent role based at 'The Barn' - Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire.

This role is office based working onsite, as we believe this is where we make the best decisions together.

Your application: Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter and portfolio are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application.

Cover Letter Advice

• Have you demonstrated your technical skills as well as your own unique handwriting?
• Have you considered who the Joules customer is?
• Have you researched and considered the latest trends in the product category you are interviewing for? Does your moodboard reflect this?
• Showcase your strongest designs, focusing on quality over quantity!