Junior Designer - Girlswear

The Retail Partnership Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Junior Designer to join their dynamic Girls Outwear & Leisurewear department. This role provides a unique opportunity to grow your design career in a supportive environment, offering structured training and international exposure. As a Junior Designer, you will contribute to the creation of trend-led collections, develop CADs, and collaborate with teams across the globe. If you're a creative individual with a passion for fashion and design, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in girlswear design, ideally in outerwear or leisurewear.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of girls' outerwear and leisurewear ranges.
• Create CADs and presentation boards for internal use and buyer meetings.
• Conduct market and trend research, compiling seasonal trend packs.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

CLO 3D

Trend Research

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Junior Designer Girlswear

A leading UK high street fashion supplier is seeking a Junior Designer for their Girls Outwear & Leisurewear department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and driven individual to develop their design career within a supportive and fast-paced environment. The role offers structured training, international exposure, and real opportunity for progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of commercial and trend-led girls' outerwear and leisurewear ranges.
• Create CADs and presentation boards for internal use and buyer meetings, clearly communicating product ideas.
• Produce detailed tech packs to ensure accurate sample development with overseas teams.
• Coordinate with internal teams and overseas offices, particularly Shanghai, to ensure smooth design and production processes.
• Maintain sample, fabric, and trim libraries, ensuring all information is kept current and organised.
• Conduct market and trend research, compiling seasonal trend packs and competitive shop reports.
• Assist with admin and studio tasks, including sample management, updating design files, and supporting the senior designer.
• Develop knowledge of new software, such as CLO 3D, to support innovation in 3D design and visualisation.

Person Specification

• Previous experience in girlswear design, ideally within outerwear or leisurewear categories.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop; familiarity with Excel and CLO 3D is a plus.
• Ability to interpret trends and translate them into commercially viable product ranges.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• A team-oriented mindset, with strong communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.