Trend-Driven Design Assistant for Fast Fashion

Pretty Little Thing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

On-site gym and fitness classes

Discount across all brands

Wellbeing package

Dog-friendly offices (in selected locs

Job summary

PrettyLittleThing is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Design team in creating high-energy, trend-led apparel and fashion collections that reflect the latest market trends and brand identity.

You will join a vibrant, creative Design team that collaborates with Garment Techs, Buying, and Merchandising to bring on-trend product lines to life at pace. This role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, sample management, and close supplier liaison.

Qualifications

• Experience or placement within a fast-fashion design environment.
• Degree or qualification in Fashion Design or a related creative discipline.
• Proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop for creating detailed flat CADs and mood boards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing trend research, mood board creation, and competitor analysis to inspire new product development.
• Assist in producing accurate design CADs, technical spec packs, and colour palettes for suppliers.
• Manage and organise samples, fabric swatches, trims, and design archives.
• Support the design team during fit sessions and liaise with suppliers regarding design modifications.
• Maintain internal design systems, Range Plans, and administration to ensure smooth departmental workflow.

Skills

Team player

Proactive

Independent worker

Adaptability

Interest in fashion

Education

Fashion Design degree

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

PrettyLittleThing is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Design team in creating high-energy, trend-led apparel and fashion collections that reflect the latest market trends and brand identity.

You will join a vibrant, creative Design team that collaborates with Garment Techs, Buying, and Merchandising to bring on-trend product lines to life at pace. This role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, sample management, and close supplier liaison.