Menswear Assistant Designer

John Lewis plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

John Lewis plc in London is seeking an entry-level Fashion Designer to join our premium design team. You will shape seasonal collections with a refined eye for modern luxury, using CLO3D and Adobe tools to produce high-quality digital prototypes and mood boards.

You will collaborate across pattern, technical development and production, learning from seasoned designers in a hybrid work setup with three in-person days per week at Pimlico Head Office.

Qualifications

• Proficient in AI or CLO3D garment design software.
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Excellent understanding of premium brand aesthetics, fabrications, and finishing details.
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, and detail-driven.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative,

Responsibilities

• Support the design team in the development of seasonal collections that align with our premium brand identity.
• Conduct trend research, fabric sourcing, and concept development with a sophisticated point of view.
• Prepare mood boards, sketches, and technical packages for internal and external communication.
• Utilize 3D design software (CLO3D) to create high-quality digital prototypes and visualize garment construction with precision and finesse.
• Collaborate closely with pattern makers, technical developers, and production teams to ensure flawless execution of designs.
• Demonstrate that you are happy to present and share ideas back to the team.
• Participate in fittings, revisions, and sampling to maintain the highest level of product integrity.
• Stay informed on emerging trends, luxury materials, and innovative design techniques relevant to the premium fashion space.

Skills

CLO3D/CAD skills

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Attention to premium aesthetics

Proactive, detail-driven

Collaborative

Tools

CLO3D

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about a career in Fashion Design? ...Do you want to work for a premium fashion brand? If so, read on! We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Fashion Designers to join our design team at a premium fashion brand. You will demonstrate a strong aesthetic sensibility, a proactive mindset, and a deep passion for elevated design. You should be hungry to learn, full of creative energy, and eager to contribute to a team that values refinement, innovation, and craftsmanship. You will be a designer with an innate sense of taste, a refined eye for detail, and a strong desire to grow within a premium brand environment. You bring energy, ambition, and originality to everything you do, with a clear passion for design excellence and modern luxury. In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.25 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements. Contract type - Permanent Working pattern/flexible working - The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. The expectation is for three in-person days per week, which can include your time spent on store visits and meeting brands / suppliers. Core office days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Location - This role is based at our Pimlico Head Office, London.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design team in the development of seasonal collections that align with our premium brand identity.
• Conduct trend research, fabric sourcing, and concept development with a sophisticated point of view.
• Prepare mood boards, sketches, and technical packages for internal and external communication.
• Utilize 3D design software (CLO3D) to create high-quality digital prototypes and visualize garment construction with precision and finesse.
• Collaborate closely with pattern makers, technical developers, and production teams to ensure flawless execution of designs.
• Demonstrate that you are happy to present and share ideas back to the team.
• Participate in fittings, revisions, and sampling to maintain the highest level of product integrity.
• Stay informed on emerging trends, luxury materials, and innovative design techniques relevant to the premium fashion space.

Essential skills/experience

• Proficient in AI or CLO3D garment design software.
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Excellent understanding of premium brand aesthetics, fabrications, and finishing details.
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, and detail-driven.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative,