Menswear Print Designer, John Lewis Own Brand

About the role

We are looking for a vibrant, creative Print Designer to join our team for a maternity cover role. This is a unique opportunity to touch every corner of our menswear collection—from sharp formal wear and nightwear to swimwear and underwear. You will be the "creative engine" for our prints, working collaboratively across the entire design team to bring fresh, innovative patterns to life while staying perfectly in sync with our brand’s high taste level.

• Cross‑Category Design:
  Develop original prints and graphics across the full spectrum of menswear.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with all designers to ensure print stories are cohesive across different product lines.
• Fresh Perspectives:
  Bring a "spark" of new ideas and trend‑forward concepts to the studio.
• Seamless Integration:
  Jump into the team with a positive, fun energy, maintaining momentum during this maternity cover period.

• Versatile Print Expert:
  You have a diverse portfolio showing your ability to design for different fabrics—from technical swim materials to luxury silks for formal wear.
• A Culture Add:
  You bring a fun, upbeat energy to the studio and thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced setting.
• Detail Oriented:
  You have a refined eye for colour, scale, and "taste," ensuring every print feels premium and brand‑appropriate.
• Adaptable:
  As this is maternity cover, you are a quick learner who can pick up the brand’s DNA and start contributing immediately.

• Salary
  : £33,000.00 - £51,700.00
• Salary in the region of
  : £40,000.00 - £45,000.00 depending on skill and experience
• Contract type
  : 12 month secondment/FTC opportunity
• Hours and location of the role
  • 35 hours per week
  • Your home location will be our London Head Office
  • The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. The team attends the office 3 days a week to connect and attend key meetings on more of an ad‑hoc basis. Core office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday however there is some flex.
  • EU and International travel may be required to develop products as appropriate.

• 35 hours a week Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM

• Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into production‑ready sketches and technical specifications, using technology (e.g. Adobe) to achieve this.
• A general awareness of current fashion trends and a passion for fashion and a willingness to research and learn about trends.
• Experience in preparing design presentations and technical packages.
• A good knowledge of pattern making, sewing, and garment construction or other relevant technical experience as well as an understanding of textiles and materials.
• A strong portfolio showcasing fashion design skills.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the JL&P brand, sub‑brands values and potential for product design to drive commercial outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• 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.

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.

We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant  continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never knowingly undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food‑lovers in Waitrose.

As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We all own making the Partnership…