Junior Jersey Designer

AllSaints; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wardrobe allowance

Disability committed employer

Employee discount

25 days holiday + 3

Bank holidays and volunteering days

Dental plan

Mental health support

Life assurance

Gym membership discounts

Hybrid working

Job summary

AllSaints is seeking a Junior Jersey Designer to support the Senior Womenswear Jersey Designer in developing new products and enhancing existing ones. You will assist with the design process, provide research, and ensure timelines align with brand standards for sustainability.

The role primarily focuses on Womenswear Jersey with collaboration across Menswear Jersey. You will work in our design studio with the Product Development team, in East London, with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience in design or as an Assistant Designer is preferred.
• Strong understanding of garment design and construction from concept to production.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to manage high-volume jersey projects.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across product teams.
• Proficiency in design software and ability to create technical sketches and specs.
• Ability to communicate with vendors and suppliers and understand sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day design tasks and development of the Jersey collection.
• Support concept development and independent research under guidance.
• Assist Senior Designer with sketches and CAD colourups.
• Set up styles and launch Tech Packs with factories.
• Own subcategories and tasks within the Jersey Range.
• Collaborate with the design team to share inspiration and developments.
• Support special collaboration projects and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Work with buying to meet pricing and range plan targets.

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings - making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we'd love to talk to you.

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

THE ROLE

The Junior Jersey Designer supports the Senior Jersey Designer in developing new products and enhancing existing ones. This role involves assisting with the design process, providing research, ensuring timelines are met, and that products align with the brand's design, quality, and sustainability standards. This role will have a main focus on Womenswear Jersey, but will also support the Menswear Jersey category in this collaborative team.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Junior Jersey Designer reports to the Senior Womenswear Jersey Designer. All design roles work closely together in the design studio along with our Product Development team.

• Assist in the day-to-day tasks of the design and development of the Jersey collection.
• Contribute to the development of design concepts under the guidance of the Senior Designer and creative leads, and provide independent research.
• Support the Senior Jersey Designer with sketches and colour up CADs.
• Set up styles and launch Tech Packs with factories.
• Have ownership of some sub categories and tasks within the Jersey Range.
• Collaborate with the wider design team to share inspiration, ideas and developments.
• Support any special collaboration projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical sourcing practices.
• Work closely with the buying team to ensure pricing and commercial targets are hit and range plan numbers are followed

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS)

• Entry-level experience as an Assistant Designer (or equivalent)
• Basic understanding of garment design & construction processes, from concept to production.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage projects and meet deadlines in the high volume jersey category
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with all product teams.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Ability to create technical sketches and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers.
• Awareness of sustainability principles and ethical sourcing practices in the fashion industry.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic AllSaints environment.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

The Customer is the Boss

We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team

We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will

We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible

We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future

BENEFITS

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
• We are a disability committed certified employer
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
• 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
• Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
• UNUM employee assistance helpline
• Life assurance cover
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
• Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adaption, menopause)
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.