Technical Assistant

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion & Retail Personnel in London seeks a Technical Assistant to join a busy fashion supplier. You will support technical packs, specs, and product development, working closely with product and production teams to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Ideal candidates are organised, detail-focused, with fashion interest, and able to liaise with suppliers. A UK driving licence is preferred as some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or interest in fashion, garment technology or product development.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence, travel may be required.
• A fashion-related qualification or previous industry experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with technical packs, specifications and product development
• Supporting the technical team with samples, measurements and fit comments
• Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers
• Maintaining accurate product and production records
• Helping to manage samples and approvals
• Supporting the team with day-to-day technical administration
• Ensuring products meet required quality and specification standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Driving licence

Fashion interest

Education

Fashion-related qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a Technical Assistant to join a busy and growing fashion supplier based in London. This is an exciting opportunity for someone organised, detail-focused and passionate about fashion to develop their technical knowledge and work closely with our product and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with technical packs, specifications and product development
• Supporting the technical team with samples, measurements and fit comments
• Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers
• Maintaining accurate product and production records
• Helping to manage samples and approvals
• Supporting the team with day-to-day technical administration
• Ensuring products meet required quality and specification standards

About You

• Previous experience or an interest in fashion, garment technology or product development
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Good communication skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence, as travel may occasionally be required
• A fashion-related qualification or previous industry experience would be advantageous

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join an established fashion supplier
• A varied and hands-on role within the fashion industryCareer development and opportunities to grow your technical skills
• A friendly and collaborative working environment