Senior Childrenswear Designer

Tagged Resources Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion design firm is seeking an experienced Senior Girlswear Jersey Shape Designer to join their creative team in Greater London. This pivotal role involves designing innovative girlswear collections and collaborating closely with clients and internal teams. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and a strong understanding of market trends. The position offers a chance to influence various clients, including Primark, while fostering design excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience designing girlswear, ideally with exposure to Primark.
• Excellent sense of colour, fabric, and print coordination.
• Capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop girlswear jersey collections across various ages and customer profiles.
• Research seasonal trends, fabrics, colours, and silhouettes suited to different market levels.
• Collaborate with internal graphics and print teams to deliver cohesive and creative collections.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Client communication

Design collaboration

Trend research

Education

Degree or diploma in Fashion Design

Tools

AI-driven design tools

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Girlswear Jersey Shape Designer to join our creative team. This role plays a vital part in shaping trend‑led, age‑appropriate, and commercially successful girlswear collections. You'll work across multiple age ranges, translating seasonal concepts into cohesive, brand‑aligned designs through close collaboration with our in‑house graphics and print teams.

You will partner with a well‑established client portfolio, primarily including Primark and supermarkets with opportunities to expand into additional high‑street and e‑commerce brands.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop girlswear jersey collections across various ages and customer profiles
• Research seasonal trends, fabrics, colours, and silhouettes suited to different market levels.
• Create detailed CADs, mood boards, and technical packs for sampling and production.
• Collaborate with internal graphics and print teams to deliver cohesive and creative collections.
• Work directly with clients, buyers, and account managers to refine and evolve design concepts.
• Incorporate traditional design methods alongside emerging digital and AI tools.
• Source and select fabrics, trims, and finishes that reflect each brand's individual handwriting.
• Maintain a strong understanding of fit, proportion, and safety standards specific to girlswear.
• Balance creativity with commercial viability, ensuring designs meet quality and cost parameters.
• Travel internationally for research trips, trade shows, and factory visits when required.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 8 years' experience designing girlswear, ideally with exposure to Primark.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; interest in AI‑driven design tools is a plus.
• Excellent sense of colour, fabric, and print coordination.
• Adaptable design approach suited to multiple brand aesthetics and price points.
• Confident communicator with strong presentation skills and client‑facing experience.
• Capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exposure to diverse briefs across multiple market levels.