Create have teamed up with a leading British luxury brand, is looking for a Senior Accessories Designer to join our creative team. This is a key role responsible for developing seasonal collections across handbags, small leather goods, scarves, belts, gifting, Jewellery and more—translating the brand’s heritage into innovative, commercially strong designs.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership & Concept Design
* Support the development of seasonal colour palettes and overarching design stories.
* Create and manage trend reports based on market, street style, social, and catwalk research.
* Translate the Chairman’s creative direction into cohesive visual boards and design briefs.
* Lead the creation of digital and physical concept boards for theme, colour, and material.
Design Development
* Deliver detailed CADs, technical drawings, and design packs using Adobe Illustrator.
* Approve team CADs and ensure design specs are accurate for prototyping and production.
* Manage the Design critical path and ensure seasonal timelines are met.
* Create innovative concepts for new and heritage product lines, challenging continuity where needed.
Raw Materials & Construction
* Research and develop new leathers, fabrics, hardware, and treatments with Product Development.
* Maintain raw material libraries and lab dip boards in an organised and accessible way.
* Support the sourcing and development of components fit for purpose across product categories.
Prototyping & Sample Management
* Lead design-to-PD handovers ensuring accuracy and clarity of all design intentions.
* Review and critique prototypes with the PD team to ensure execution meets brand standards.
* Work with suppliers to resolve technical challenges and deliver cost-effective solutions.
Range Building & Strategy
* Collaborate with the Product Director to build seasonal collections aligned with commercial goals.
* Use sales analysis and retail feedback to inform design decisions.
* Ensure all product lines are ready to integrate into seasonal drops according to business timelines.
Team & Stakeholder Collaboration
* Mentor and support members of the Design Team.
* Attend and contribute to weekly creative meetings with the Chairman.
* Prepare and circulate meeting notes, ensuring clarity and follow-up on design actions.
* Ensure design samples are properly managed and secured.
What We’re Looking For
* 7+ years’ experience in accessories design, ideally within the luxury or premium fashion sector.
* Expert knowledge of leather, construction techniques, and raw material sourcing.
* Strong Adobe Illustrator skills and confident in producing technical CADs.
* Experience managing product cost, construction, and design feasibility.
* A collaborative leader who is organised, detail-focused, and commercially aware.
* Ability to inspire and mentor a design team while delivering exceptional creative results.
What We Offer
* A key leadership role in a globally respected British luxury brand.
* The chance to shape creative output across a wide range of product categories.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
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