Senior Designer - Girlswear

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fashion business seeks a Senior Designer for their girlswear line in London. You will lead the creative process, develop multi-product ranges, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in girlswear or womenswear and a keen eye for trends, ensuring collections are both stylish and commercially viable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Designer or Senior Designer within girlswear or womenswear.
• Strong multi-product experience across lifestyle categories.
• Technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and fabrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process across various categories including jersey and outerwear.
• Build capsule collections aligned with brand identity and commercial appeal.
• Conduct market and trend research to guide design direction.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Trend Analysis

Technical Knowledge

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD Systems

Job description

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Do you have experience designing for a globally recognised brand across girlswear or womenswear?

Are you confident leading seasonal collections that blend brand DNA, commercial appeal, and trend relevance?

Do you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you can own the design process from concept to completion?

MacGregor Black is partnering with a Global Fashion Business on the search for a Senior Designer - Girlswear. This is a permanent role based in London.

As Senior Designer, you will take the creative lead across girlswear collections, building multi-product ranges that reflect a bold, luxurious, and trend-forward identity. Working closely with the Head of Girlswear, you will drive product direction and ensure each seasonal collection remains cohesive, commercial, and globally relevant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design process across jersey, sweat, outerwear, knitwear, and lifestyle categories.
• Build capsule collections that are brand-aligned, youth-focused, and globally resonant.
• Translate seasonal concepts into colour palettes, fabric stories, and final product ranges.
• Source and develop high-quality fabrics and handlooms that meet both creative and production needs.
• Create technical drawings and CADs in line with the development calendar.
• Conduct market, trend, and consumer research to guide design direction.
• Work closely with Technical, Production, and Merchandising teams throughout development.
• Participate in fit sessions and ensure product consistency in quality and fit.
• Present collections to internal stakeholders and external licensing partners.
• Support and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers and in-country teams.
• Travel as required to support product development and team collaboration.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience as a Designer or Senior Designer within girlswear or womenswear.
• Strong multi-product experience across lifestyle categories.
• A confident communicator with the ability to present to stakeholders and brand partners.
• Technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and fabrics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CAD systems.
• A creative yet commercial mindset with an eye for trend and innovation.
• Organised, adaptable, and comfortable working to critical path deadlines.
• Graphic/print design experience would be a bonus.

Please contact Tom Honeyman for more information or apply today.