Senior Childrenswear Designer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Girlswear Jersey Shape Designer to join our creative team. This role plays a vital part in shaping trend‑led, age‑appropriate, and commercially successful girlswear collections. You'll work across multiple age ranges, translating seasonal concepts into cohesive, brand‑aligned designs through close collaboration with our in‑house graphics and print teams.

You will partner with a well‑established client portfolio, primarily including Primark and supermarkets with opportunities to expand into additional high‑street and e‑commerce brands.

• Design and develop girlswear jersey collections across various ages and customer profiles
• Research seasonal trends, fabrics, colours, and silhouettes suited to different market levels.
• Create detailed CADs, mood boards, and technical packs for sampling and production.
• Collaborate with internal graphics and print teams to deliver cohesive and creative collections.
• Work directly with clients, buyers, and account managers to refine and evolve design concepts.
• Incorporate traditional design methods alongside emerging digital and AI tools.
• Source and select fabrics, trims, and finishes that reflect each brand's individual handwriting.
• Maintain a strong understanding of fit, proportion, and safety standards specific to girlswear.
• Balance creativity with commercial viability, ensuring designs meet quality and cost parameters.
• Travel internationally for research trips, trade shows, and factory visits when required.

• Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 8 years' experience designing girlswear, ideally with exposure to Primark.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; interest in AI‑driven design tools is a plus.
• Excellent sense of colour, fabric, and print coordination.
• Adaptable design approach suited to multiple brand aesthetics and price points.
• Confident communicator with strong presentation skills and client‑facing experience.
• Capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exposure to diverse briefs across multiple market levels.