Figure Clothing is a Manchester based fashion supplier serving both high street and online retailers, with a focus on day-to-evening wear. We are home to two distinctive in-house brands: Frock and Frill and Amelia Rose—renowned for their intricately embellished and finely embroidered dresses. With a strong presence in both the UK and Middle Eastern markets, our designs reflect a blend of contemporary elegance and timeless femininity. We are committed to delivering high-quality premium fashion that resonates with global audiences while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and detail.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a talented and creative Fashion Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, strong knowledge of trends, and a passion for creating original, market-relevant designs. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and developing fashion collections from initial sketches through to production, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct market research and trend forecasting to identify new styles, fabrics, and techniques.
* Design original CADs and technical packs aligned with brand identity and seasonal direction.
* Select fabrics, colours, trims, and embellishments for each design.
* Collaborate with the merchandising, production, and marketing teams to bring collections to life.
* Attend fittings, oversee prototypes, and make necessary design revisions.
* Manage the design calendar and ensure all deliverables are completed on time.
* Present design concepts and mood boards to internal teams and Directors.
* Stay current on industry developments and competitors’ activities.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
* 5+ years of experience in fashion design.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop).
* Strong sketching, pattern-making, and garment construction knowledge.
* Excellent sense of colour, style, and textiles.
* Strong organizational and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
* Passion for fashion, innovation, and creativity.
What’s on offer?
* Hybrid working available – 1 day per week from home, following successful completion of the probation period
* 25 days on annual leave + bank holidays
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Additional annual leave awarded after 5 years of service, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30 days
* Flexible working hours within an 8 hour day
* 40% staff discount on our in-house brands: Frock and Frill and Amelia Rose
* Free on-site Parking
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to emma.corfield@figureclothing.co.uk with the subject line “Fashion Designer Application – [Your Name]”.
Salary Dependent on Experience
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
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