We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Established Children’swear Designer to join our creative team. This is a key role within our small but dynamic Children’swear department, where you'll play a central part in shaping The Very Collection. While your focus will be on overseeing total Children’swear, you'll also support the Design Team Manager with the day‑to‑day running and development of the wider Design Team, line‑managing and mentoring 2‑3 junior‑level designers.
Responsibilities
* Partner with the Design Manager to develop seasonal trends and colour palettes for Children’swear.
* Assist the Design Manager in overseeing trend presentations, trend rack-ups and product selection for campaigns for Children’swear.
* Present design concepts confidently in team meetings and to the wider business.
* Oversee a fast‑paced, high‑option‑count department with strong attention to detail and commercial awareness and ability to design both commercial and fashion focused ranges.
* Collaborate with Buyers to create cohesive, commercially successful collections across Near East and Far East production.
* Work closely with Technical Designers to refine fits and construction across the department.
* Partner with suppliers to identify fabric and trim innovations, sourcing in line with seasonal trends.
* Conduct ongoing research into trends and product direction within your category.
* Apply knowledge of colour, graphics, and print to translate trends into clear design concepts.
* Produce detailed CAD designs and presentation materials using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
* Create accurate, comprehensive design packs for the supply chain.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support sourcing and product development.
* Analyse sales performance and respond by designing fashion‑forward, customer‑focused ranges. Budget management for Children’swear department.
Recruitment Process
Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful, so keep an eye on your emails! We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we're a good match, we'll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in‑person or held remotely. You'll expect a two‑stage interview process for this position: 1. An informal 30‑45 minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. 2. A one‑hour formal task‑based interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions.
Qualifications
* Proven experience within a Children’swear Design Team, ideally with a strong background across all Children’swear categories, especially boys & baby and a good knowledge of girlswear.
* Previous experience managing or mentoring junior‑level designers.
* A proactive, enthusiastic, and team‑focused approach.
Benefits
* Flexible, hybrid working model
* Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
About the Team
We're the team behind digital retailer Very. Our purpose, helping families get more out of life, powers everything we do. And we want our people to get more out of life too! If you're high‑performing, ambitious and make the most of every opportunity, we want to hear from you. In return, you'll enjoy heaps of flexibility, great perks and benefits, and the freedom to be yourself, keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go. If you love making a difference, you'll love making it sparkle for millions of Very customers. Our talented Design team operates across both our London and Liverpool offices. There may also be some travel required between our sites where required.
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