Senior Menswear Designer (Maternity Cover)

Amlondonltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company is looking for a Senior Menswear Designer to join their team on a maternity contract. The role involves creating original designs while managing junior members of the team, with opportunities for travel and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of design experience, particularly in menswear, and possess strong skills in both Illustrator and Photoshop, along with a keen eye for trends and fabrics.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Generous 40% staff discount

Company pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in design, preferably within menswear.
• Expertise in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and trend analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Create original design ideas and seasonal themes.
• Manage and develop junior designers.
• Liaise with factories and maintain relationships with buyers.

Skills

Design

Illustrator

Photoshop

Teamwork

Communication

Trend Analysis

Color Matching

Fabric Sourcing

Job description

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At AM London Fashion Ltd, we are passionate about delivering high-quality, trend-led fashion through our brand, Threadbare. Established in 2017, we have built a reputation for designing stylish, accessible clothing that keeps our customers ahead of the fashion curve.

Our ever-expanding team of designers and industry experts ensures that Threadbare stays at the forefront of fashion, blending catwalk-inspired trends with wearable, everyday style. We source inspiration from global fashion capitals and street-style movements, translating them into collections that are both contemporary and affordable.

With a commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship, we strive to create clothing that not only looks great but is also responsibly made. At AM London Fashion Ltd, we believe fashion should be a force for good, and we are dedicated to shaping a future where style and sustainability go hand in hand.

We're now looking for an established Senior Menswear Designer, ideally with a jersey, sweat and graphics background, on a maternity contract for 9-12 months.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Creating and developing original design ideas, concepts, embroideries, fabrications and seasonal themes
• Sourcing of relevant fabrics to meet the design requirements
• Trend packs/colour inspiration
• Managing and developing junior members of the team
• Providing support to the Design Manager
• Liaising with Account Manager regularly
• Liaising with factories and overseas offices
• Range reviews with Directors
• Maintaining strong relationship with Buyers
• Work to departmental deadlines and critical paths to ensure product is supplied within an effective timeframe to the customer
• Managing expenses and returns
• Inspiration and sourcing trips, including opportunity for overseas travel

Skills required:

• +4 years minimum background in design
• Experience working within menswear (jersey, sweat, fleece and graphics) preferred
• Good understanding of illustrator and/or photoshop
• Creative and trend driven with an eye for colour and fabric
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player and able to build relationships
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Manage challenges in a calm and positive manner

What we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, plus your birthday off
• Generous 40% staff discount and sample sales
• 25% friends and family discount
• Company Pension Scheme
• Length of Service Awards
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Some flexibility of your working hours

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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