Overview
About THG
We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition. Our portfolio includes LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty, forming our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition. We’re powered by a team of over 2500 people from Manchester to New York, and we work together to think BIG.
Role: Senior Designer
Brand: Myprotein Activewear (www.mp.com)
Reporting to: Head of Product
Location: THG HQ, Manchester (WA15 0AF) - Fully Office Based
MP Activewear, a division of Myprotein, is a leading activewear brand dedicated to inspiring healthier, more active lifestyles through innovative and stylish apparel. We are seeking a talented and passionate Design Manager to help shape the future of our activewear range.
Responsibilities
* The Role: As a Senior Clothing Designer, you will be at the forefront of creating stylish, functional, and high-performance clothing for our ranges across Men’s and Women’s. Work closely with the Head of Product to deliver the clothing strategy, combining creativity, technical expertise, and fashion trend knowledge to design garments that resonate with our target audience and elevate MP’s presence in the activewear market. Collaborate with product, design, and marketing teams, overseeing the entire design process from concept through production.
* Design innovative and trend-led collections that reflect MP’s brand ethos and appeal to our active customer base.
* Research trends, fabrics, and technologies to ensure designs are current, relevant, and functional for performance wear.
* Collaborate with the product development team to ensure designs meet technical and production requirements, including fit, functionality, and material selection.
* Create sketches, technical drawings, and detailed specifications to guide production.
* Present design concepts to stakeholders, incorporate feedback, and refine designs as needed.
* Understand the product development process, timelines, and critical path milestones.
* Work with buying teams to select materials and ensure sustainability and cost-efficiency targets are met.
* Stay up-to-date with competitor activity, influencers, and industry trends to keep MP a leader in activewear.
* Assist with fittings and collaborate with the production team to ensure designs are executed to the highest standard.
What We’re Looking For
* A degree in Fashion Design, or a related field.
* Proven experience (3+ years) in clothing design, preferably within activewear, sportswear, or fashion.
* A strong portfolio showcasing design work, particularly in performance and activewear categories.
* Excellent knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and technical design.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
* Ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness, designing garments that are both stylish and functional.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with marketing, production, and product teams.
* A passion for activewear and an understanding of the needs of the modern consumer.
What’s in it for me?
Career Development
* Access bespoke development programmes designed by our in-house L&D team.
* Develop expertise through our up-skilling programme in partnership with industry-leading training providers.
Benefits
* Enhanced Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays; birthday off; up to 10 days compassionate leave and buy-back up to 3 days.
* Wellbeing Support: In-house GP, CBT therapist, 24/7 EAP, on-site gym and physio.
* Other Perks: Salary sacrifice on personal tech, subsidised bus pass, staff discounts on THG brands, and on-site facilities.
EEO/Accessibility: THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If invited to interview, please let us know if reasonable adjustments are needed. THG is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Notes: Because of high application volumes, we endeavour to respond within 14 days. For questions about this or other THG roles, please contact our Talent team.
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