Founded in 2007 Club L was created with the vision of offering long-lasting luxury styles, trend-oriented collections with a twist and unique, statement designs that offer both exceptional quality and fit in an otherwise saturated market of fast-fashion and throw away goods.
Accessible luxury through considered purchasing, limited edition collections that leave no wastage and responsible and ethical manufacturing are at the heart of the brand, world-renowned for its premium fabrications, inclusive sizing and affordable price points.
About us
Club L London are the next-generation online retailer refining accessible luxury for forward-thinking women worldwide. Delivering timeless and trend-oriented styles in sizes 4-20 for every life moment, we design proudly in-house in the UK; with premium quality, exceptional fit and affordable style at the forefront.
Collaboration, communication and curiosity drive our extraordinary workforce – an ambitious team of diverse, experienced and up-and-coming talents that we think you’d fit right into.
A role at Club L is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle for the innovative, inspired and intuitive thinker.
The Role
We are looking for a creative Designer/Senior Designer to join the growing design team at Club L London.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Research, develop and create moodboards, colour palettes and fabric stories for upcoming collections.
* Source and develop new fabrications, techniques and trimmings, applying expert understanding across all fabric bases and garment constructions.
* Design across multi-product categories, identifying key shapes for the season and key product opportunities.
* Present your work in sign offs/meetings to Managers & CEO.
* Create technical packs for your designs including information on construction, measurements, fabrication & trimmings.
* Work closely with the Garment Tech team and Pattern Cutters during the design development stage to ensure optimum execution of first samples.
* Attend fit sessions to ensure designs are executed according to the techpack and to the Club L London standards.
* Manage all sample queries from suppliers during sample development stage.
* Plan and work closely with in-house Merch teams, collaborating to create fresh product and collections in line with key trading periods.
* Involvement in Trade, Critical Path and Process meetings etc.
* Build key relationships with existing and new suppliers.
* Partake in sourcing trips and inspiration trips nationally and overseas.
More about you
* At least 5 years' experience, preferably within slow-fashion/luxury environment
* Multi-product ladieswear experience and/or focus on dresses/occasionwear
* Specialities (e.g. tailoring, swimwear, curve/petite, embroidery/embellishment etc) are also encouraged
* Understanding of the brand's handwriting and ability to adapt design skills to this
* Good technical experience for creating techpacks
* Sound understanding of design software (e.g. Adobe platforms)
* Able to demonstrate Club L's key values: collaboration, creativity and confidence
What's on offer?
* Bi-annual bonus scheme
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
* Cycle to work scheme
* 40% staff discount
* Healthcare Cashplan
* Free onsite gym
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity policy
* Free snacks, drinks & treats
* Social events
* Sick Pay