A unique opportunity has arisen for a Senior Assistant Designer ready to step up, or an established Designer to join our Ladies Nightwear team. This is a part-time role, working three days a week, with a minimum of two days based in our Welwyn Garden City office.
Responsibilities
* Identify and translate key trends into commercially successful nightwear designs.
* Set the graphics direction for each range, working closely with Graphic Designers to develop compelling prints and artworks.
* Collaborate with the Lead Design Manager, Assistant Designer, Buyer, Merchandising, and Technical teams to ensure ranges are balanced and commercially viable.
* Create accurate technical briefs and manage the sample process to ensure 'first sample, right sample' standards.
* Analyse sales performance to inform future design direction and identify opportunities.
* Own the design critical path, supporting trend, development, and production timelines to meet key deadlines.
* Present seasonal concepts and strategies to stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Availability to work Tuesday to Thursday, with at least two days in the Welwyn Garden City office.
* Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; PowerPoint and CLO 3D experience is a bonus.
* Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics and print techniques.
* Ability to create detailed technical briefs and communicate design intent clearly.
* A collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Experience in mentoring and developing junior team members.
* Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
* Proven experience in designing Ladies Nightwear or ladieswear trend product for the UK market (jersey or woven background).
* Strong commercial awareness and a passion for innovation and trend research.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high‑performing designs to tight deadlines.
Benefits
* Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
* Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
* Private medical insurance.
* 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay; we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
* Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
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