We are looking for an Assistant Designer who is trend focused, dynamic with the passion for design within menswear. You will have a proven skill set within menswear design across multi fabrications across shorts and casual trousers. About the role: Research the latest trends relevant to various customer profiles, then communicate this information to your team and senior managers Produce creative designs that tastefully represent and reflect the latest trends into the Next customer base. Brief suppliers and continue to build great relationships Work closely with the Designer & Buyer to support the whole design process from planning new ranges through to product selection. About you: Previous experience working within a UK brand or high street retailer would be desirable Previous experience working on multi-product would be desirable but not essential Great taste level and a real passion for the latest trends and how to translate these to your designs Excellent knowledge of the whole design process, from start to finish Great attention to detail and an adaptable and versatile handwriting, with the ability to design across a variety of brands and age ranges Strong commercial awareness and a comprehensive understanding of the Next customer base. Great knowledge of Menswear brands Proven ability to create commercial collections An adaptable handwriting/resilience to change. You'll thrive on working in a fast paced environment with a real passion and drive for product A high level of experience and be proficient in creating designs and tech packs using Adobe creative suite-from initial trend concepts to final tech packs Excellent communication and presentation skills Enthusiastic attitude and team player PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST UPLOAD A PORTFOLIO FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED This is not a Graduate position. Please follow our Early Careers site for Graduate positions