You will be working for the high growth womenswear brand Sisters & Seekers within a creative and visionary team, all striving towards taking the brand to the next level. We are based near Chester but have a global reach with customers all over the world.
We are looking for an experienced individual who is talented at womenswear design and is passionate about our brand & mission. You must have an eye for detail, clothing quality and be versatile in your design style.
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This role will report to our Senior Womenswear Designer and is an exciting opportunity to join on a journey of expansion.
What you will do:
* Take ownership of tech pack preparation, ensuring all construction, trim, and measurement details are accurate and up to date for product development.
* Translate the Senior Designer’s concepts into initial design ideas, mood boards, and garment sketches.
* Create detailed CADs and tech-packs for team and supplier use
* Create and regularly update linesheets per collection
* Attend fit sessions on new development when necessary and make comments/adjustments accordingly
* Communicate with Suppliers and Manufacturers to track developments, implement design adjustments and sizing amendments
* Curate linesheets for B2B presentation
* Assist with offering new product lines on a B2B basis with retail partners
* Produce ideas for new product lines and product expansion
* Support with collecting, understanding, and suggesting new fabrics and manufacturing techniques
* Assist senior designer with trend research on a regular basis, highlighting key styles, vintage references and design details
* Create relevant inspiration boards as and when needed
* Assist with repeat pattern and print developments
* Work under time constraints and to meet deadlines, with the passion and ability to work reactively to the business needs as and when these arise
* Work closely with the wider creative team to ensure designs align with campaign concepts and overall brand ideas
We are looking for someone who has:
* The ability to work on-site at our office HQ (CH5)
* 2+ years work experience as a Junior Designer
* A minimum of a completed Fashion Design Degree at 2:1 or above
* Evidence and examples of a strong design portfolio (please email this to applications@sistersandseekers.com alongside your CV & cover letter)
* A keen eye for fashion and style in day-to-day life, with ideally an interest in Vintage clothing
* A good knowledge of manufacturing processes
* A good knowledge of fabrics and trims
* A can-do attitude and the ability to take initiative independently
* Excellent knowledge of the brand and the signature jersey/vintage aesthetic
* A creative flair with a unique vision and original ideas
* In depth experience with Adobe Creative Suite
* An open mind and “think-out-of-the-box” attitude
* The ability to blend and complete tasks within a team, working together with colleagues to give the best work output possible
* The ability to work on different projects simultaneously
* Confidence to develop, present and back your ideas to a group or team, yet finds feedback constructive to develop ideas further
* Strong organisational and people management skills and the ability to work well under pressure/in time-sensitive situations
👖 Industry:
* A women's and menswear fashion e-commerce company based near Chester. We began in 2017 from a back garden shed in Wrexham and have grown to be one of the most up and coming brands in this space within the UK.
💒Company size: 60+
* Friendly and welcoming, we are a team & community of like-minded individuals that still maintain the close-knit feel of a smaller company.
🖥️ 2-3 Stage Interview
* Initial Online Interview Call.
* If shortlisted, you will then be invited to an in-person interview at our HQ.
We also offer:
* 30% off all products for you & family.
* 20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
* Gifted additional holidays (your Birthday and an additional day off at Christmas).
* Flexible start & finish scheme (7-10am arrival, 3-6pm finish time).
* Free on-site parking & EV charge points.
* Medical Cash Plan.
* Employer Pension Scheme.
* Career progression, masterclasses and personal development plans.
* Fun, close-knit and energetic team culture.
* Apple Mac or Microsoft Hardware.
* Competitive salary.