Menswear Designer Jersey and Knit, John Lewis Own Brand

About the role

We are looking for a creative, high-energy Jersey & Knit Designer to join our growing team. Working directly with our Lead Designer, you will play a key role in developing fresh, innovative concepts while staying true to our brand’s signature aesthetic and taste level. This isn’t just about technical skill, we are looking for a “culture add” who brings a positive, collaborative spirit and a sense of fun to the studio every day.

• Collaborate & Create:
  Work hand-in-hand with the Lead Designer to evolve our jersey and knitwear categories from concept to final sample.
• Fresh Innovation:
  Bring new, trend-forward ideas to the table that push the brand forward while maintaining our core “look and feel.”
• Team Synergy:
  Contribute to a high-vibe, positive workspace where ideas are shared freely and creativity thrives.
• Technical Execution:
  Develop detailed tech packs and oversee the development of jersey and knit textures, weights, and finishes.
• Take a key role in design projects, with support from the category design lead, and in collaboration with the buying, merchandising and tech teams.
• Play a critical role in delivering product design that will form a coherent category assortment aligned to brand / sub-brand guidelines and in service of our customers.
• Assist in the research, preparation and presentation of relevant and appropriate category trends.
• Ensure the sampling process is efficient for your sub-category, produce precise design packs and maintain comprehensive records of design projects.
• Works on designated product ranges/projects, takes ownership of design, product development and sampling process.
• Bring proficiency in design software, e.g. Adobe Suite, CAD or Clo3D, and be able to bring designs to life digitally.
• Deliver task management for L9 Design Assistants to achieve and deliver work, in line with business outcomes and with the voice of the customer at the heart of decision making.

• Deep understanding of garment construction, yarn types, and jersey fabrications.
• Full of fresh ideas, not afraid to share them.
• Positive & proactive attitude, can-do energy.
• Refined eye and instinctive understanding of high-level design and taste.
• Experience in designing knitwear and jersey.
• Excellent understanding of various yarns, weights, gauges, knit structures and dying techniques.
• Pattern making, sewing, and garment construction technical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into production-ready sketches and technical specifications, using technology (e.g. Adobe).
• General awareness of current fashion trends and passion for fashion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience preparing design presentations and technical packages.
• Experience doing fittings and confidence in following through styles, from sketch to production.
• Delivering designs on time within the seasonal critical path.
• Strong understanding of the JL&P brand, sub-brands values and potential for product design to drive commercial outcomes.
• Design experience in the retail industry.

• Experience in designing knitwear and jersey.
• Excellent understanding of various yarns, weights, gauges, knit structures and dying techniques.
• Pattern making, sewing and garment construction technical experience.
• Ability to translate design concepts into production-ready sketches and technical specifications.
• Strong awareness of current fashion trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience preparing design presentations and technical packages.
• Experience doing fittings and confidence in following through styles, from sketch to production.
• Delivering designs on time within the seasonal critical path.
• Understanding of JL&P brand, sub-brands values and potential for product design to drive commercial outcomes.
• Design experience in the retail industry.

• BA degree in Design (product, fashion, furniture, textiles, surface pattern, decorative arts).
• Specific sub-category design experience (e.g. Knit, Jeans) and a demonstrable portfolio.

• £33,000.00 - £51,700.00
• £40,000.00 - £45,000.00 (dependent on skill and experience)