Menswear Print Designer, John Lewis Own Brand

Location: Greater London

** Salary in the region of**: £40,000.00 - £45,000.00 dependant on skill and experience
- ** 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
* 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. Support the Design Team and studio in fulfilling key tasks across the season
* Produce commercial and innovative design solutions to briefs. Develops product design handwriting, displaying a breadth of design handwriting to ensure our customer offer is truly unique
* Assist in the research, preparation and presentation of relevant and appropriate category trends. Demonstrate a good level of research and analytical skills to keep abreast of key customer requirements, market trends and conditions, product trends including technological advancements
* Ensure the sampling process is efficient for your sub-category. Produces precise design packs and fulfils delegated seasonal design briefs with commercial and innovative solutions, supported by illustrating / briefing / sourcing key materials and details. Ensure accurate samples are produced. Maintains comprehensive records of design projects
* Works on designated product ranges/projects. Takes ownership of design, product development and sampling process, engaging relevant stakeholders throughout, with the support from L6 Designer and L5 Design Manager
* You will bring proficiency in design software (e.g. Adobe Suite, CAD, AI or Clo3D) and be able to bring designs to life digitally, using technology to sketch and design.
* Where applicable, 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
* EU and International travel may be required to develop products as appropriate
* Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into production-ready sketches and technical specifications, using technology (e.g. Adobe) to do 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
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