Senior Designer & Product Developer - Footwear & Accessories

Hush; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Hush, a leading fashion brand in the UK, is seeking a Part Time Footwear & Accessories Designer & Developer. You'll lead design and development of collections aligned with Hush's laidback aesthetic, ensuring commercial viability while collaborating closely with the buying team. If you're passionate about fashion and possess a creative and analytical mindset, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible hybrid working options

Continuous professional development

Social events

Early-finish Fridays

Exclusive company discounts

Qualifications

• Experience at Senior Designer level within a fast-paced womenswear fashion retail business.
• Extensive experience in footwear and accessories design and development.
• A commercial mindset, able to track, react, and develop opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of the category collection from concept through to sealed samples.
• Research and identify trends across product categories, materials, and brands.
• Ensure timely delivery of collections.

Skills

Creativity

Analytical Thinking

Trend Analysis

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transforming recruitment challenges into business growth | Founder | Global Talent Expert | In-House Perspective | Luxury Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle…

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 130 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do.

About the role

Part Time - 3 Days

We are looking for an experienced Footwear & Accessories Designer & Developer to lead the design and development of our footwear and accessory ranges, including footwear, bags, belts, jewellery, and cold-weather essentials. You will play a crucial role in curating and creating collections that align with Hush’s signature laidback cool aesthetic while ensuring commercial viability.

What you’ll do

• Manage the development of the category collection from concept through to sealed samples, maintaining all timelines in accordance with the critical path by drop.
• Research and identify trends across product categories, colours, materials, and seasonal stories, leveraging market insights and disseminating findings to key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely delivery of collections, aligning designs with commercial objectives and critical path deadlines.
• Work closely with the Buying team to develop a cohesive range that meets target price points, quality expectations, and delivery goals outlined in the range plan.
• Source fabrics, yarns, and trims, ensuring alignment with quality standards and working collaboratively with the technical team to meet brand performance and care expectations.
• Analyse weekly sales and customer feedback, identifying key takeaways and action points to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate on supplier selection and management, maintaining effective communication and tracking developments across partnerships.
• Lead and develop direct reports, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and fostering a supportive team environment.
• Prepare mood boards for sketch and swatch meetings, creating colour palettes tailored to each seasonal drop.
• Demonstrate expertise in garment construction, structures, and techniques to create highly commercial designs aligned with the brand aesthetic.
• Set up initial tech packs in collaboration with the team, ensuring all technical and buying information is accurately incorporated.

What you’ll bring

• Experience at Senior Designer level within a fast-paced, womenswear fashion retail business.
• Extensive experience in footwear and accessories design and development.
• Proven ability to identify and implement emerging trends within the market.
• Prior experience working and developing relationships with third parties based in Europe & the Far East.
• A highly creative mindset, complemented by strong analytical thinking.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, CAD, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
• Proven experience working with multiple stakeholders and delivering results.
• A track record of delivering strong, brand-aligned, creative designs.
• Experience working in an entrepreneurial way, identifying and implementing innovative solutions to deliver commercial product.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards across all design and development processes.
• A commercial mindset, able to track, react, and develop opportunities to maximise performance.
• Strong relationship-building skills, fostering collaborative partnerships internally and externally.
• Adept at working quickly, adapting agilely, and navigating a fast-paced environment.

Why you’ll love it here

A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace.

Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate.

️ Generous holiday allowance with flexible hybrid working options.

Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve.

Social events that celebrate our collective achievements.

Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for a better work-life balance.

Exclusive company discounts and perks.

Our Commitment

At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all.

If you’re ready to shape the future of a leading fashion brand and make your mark, apply now!

No agencies please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Production, and Design

• Industries

  Fashion Accessories Manufacturing, Retail, and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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