Senior Designer - Menswear, Casual Shirts in London

Senior Designer - Menswear, Casual Shirts
Senior Designer - Menswear, Casual Shirts

The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working).
The duration of the contract is 11 months.
The pay rate on offer is £275 - £350 per day.

Role Summary

Design and develop commercially compelling menswear product, with a specialist focus on casual shirts. Lead and manage Junior Designers, Assistant Designers, and Graduates to deliver elevated product aligned with brand vision and customer expectations.

Key accountabilities of the role

• Supporting the Design Lead to deliver global product direction for casual shirts through seasonal briefs and OTB opportunities.
• Identify and respond to emerging trends, fabric innovations, and category opportunities.
• Design and develop product with a consistently high standard of tech packs via PLM, ensuring accuracy and commercial viability.
• Collaborate with Technical teams to deliver the agreed fabric and innovation strategy, maintaining product integrity and aesthetic.
• Attend fit sessions, providing expert recommendations to uphold design standards in partnership with Technologists and Buyers.
• Ensure timely delivery of range line sheets and tech packs within the critical path, integrating trend insights and commercial strategy.
• Support the Head of Design and Design Lead in reviewing and implementing product strategy throughout the buying cycle.
• Provide clear and focused design direction to Sourcing Offices (SO's), leveraging regional manufacturing capabilities.
• Conduct in-depth global retail and trade fair research, identifying actionable insights and opportunities.
• Develop product in-region via SO's and suppliers, ensuring alignment with customer needs and brand standards.
• Collaborate with Designers across MW & Clothing & Home to build cohesive cross-business unit (XBU) looks and lifestyles.
• Lead and develop a high-performing design team, fostering creativity and commercial awareness.
• Coach and mentor JD/ADs/Graduates, identifying development needs and nurturing future talent.

Key skills

• Refined design handwriting and taste level aligned with company style vision and customer expectations.
• Senior-level expertise in menswear design, with a deep understanding of casual shirts.
• Strong knowledge of fabric, fit, and garment construction.
• Advanced proficiency in creating tech packs and working across multiple sourcing models (Tech Pack/FSV).
• Expert-level CAD skills: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Experience using collaborative software; Miro and a key interest in DPC [Digital product Creation].
• Experience with PLM systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines within the critical path.
• Strong communication and influencing skills; able to deputise for the Design Lead when required.

Key relationships and stakeholders

• BU Designers, JDs/ADs/Grads
• Design Leads/HOD
• Buying, Technology and Merchandising Teams
• Sourcing Offices
• Suppliers
• Technical Services, Fit Development/Pattern Team as appropriate

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