License Jersey Designer / Senior Designer
6 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking new and exciting career opportunities?
Here’s what you need to know about the job:
We are now recruiting for an experienced, passionate and dedicated License Jersey Designer specialising in Womenswear who has experience working with different brand licenses and translating those into commercial designs for the high street. This role will work alongside an extended design team and an Account Manager based in London. Please ensure you have the Right to Work in the UK before applying.
About The Company
We are HTL, part of Li & Fung, a world leader in the design, development and sourcing of consumer goods. Li & Fung has more than 118 years of supply chain expertise, covering everything from product design and production management to quality control and shipping. We’re a global group encompassing many sectors of the retail market but what makes us unique is that we work As One.
About The Role
Key areas of responsibility include:
* Accountable for creating trend‑led ranges within the team based on client specifications, working closely with a graphics and print team.
* Commercially aware of current trends and themes, developing the brand and working with production to ensure all products are designed and manufactured in line with the brand's direction and critical path within sometimes tight deadlines.
* Working as part of the design team to provide an effective and efficient service to various areas of the business.
* Develop ranges with the Account Manager with customer profile in mind.
* Assist in the sourcing and development of new raw materials/components that are aesthetically acceptable, technically sound and cost effective to the relevant product area.
* Ensure that all product ranges are creatively and effectively presented and updated regularly in the show rooms, creating a great visual customer experience.
* Liaise with customers and suppliers to develop new ranges, including attending sales meetings with customers and possible trips to the Far East to work with suppliers.
* Support the business in adding value to its clients, understanding and researching new product development opportunities.
* Share knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques.
* Perform any reasonable additional duties as requested or delegated by your line manager.
We Are Looking For a Designer Who Is
* Jersey design experience, ideally with a related supplier.
* Licensing design experience and working with different licensors.
* Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and materials.
* Target‑driven with a passion for fashion and confidence to grow and develop.
* Ability to produce technical sheets for manufacturing products.
* Strong CAD and Illustrator skills.
* Print knowledge along with shape skills would be an added benefit.
* Digital approach to working processes.
* Organised and efficient to keep up with customer demands and provide commercial and creative insights to different customers.
* Good communication, time‑management and presentation skills.
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage own time and priorities.
* Highly credible, knowledgeable and has a strong personal impact internally and with the customer.
* Strong presentation skills with excellent eye for product.
* A design‑related degree or relevant previous experience in a design related role.
About The Recruitment Process
If this role interests you or you believe it could be a good match, we would love to hear from you.
Please attach your portfolio and cover letter including your notice period and salary expectations.
The Interview Process will consist of two interviews
* Initial interview with a Senior Designer and a member of the HR team.
* If successful in the initial interview, a design project will be set.
* Second interview in person with the hiring manager and team.
As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
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