Location: Leicester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGM2335

Are you passionate about fashion and ready to take the next step in your design career?

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Assistant Designer to join a Global Fashion company working as part of their design in the Leicestershire head office.

With over 30 years’ experience the company are a global fashion supplier working with leading retailers across the UK, Europe and the USA. They pride themselves on delivering commercially successful collections while building long-term partnerships with customers.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple product categories including baby, toddler, older girls, womenswear and nightwear, working alongside an experienced design team in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the Head of Design and Design team across a wide range of projects.
• Creating and updating CADs using Adobe Illustrator.
• Preparing detailed and accurate tech packs for factory production.
• Conducting trend research and helping develop seasonal mood boards.
• Photographing, organising and tracking shopping and development samples.
• Liaising with overseas factories and internal teams to ensure designs are developed accurately.
• Assisting with presentations, design boards and project administration.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Fashion Design or a related discipline, or relevant industry experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and fashion CAD design.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and Google Slides.
• A keen eye for detail and an understanding of current fashion trends.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine passion for fashion and a desire to learn and develop.

What we offer

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am–3:00pm
• Private medical insurance after 3 months’ service.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Access to a company pool car when required.
• The opportunity to work with an experienced team and build a long-term career within a global fashion business.