Senior Designer in Manchester - CV-Library

Senior Designer | Ladies Fashion | Global Brand | Internationally Recognised | Relocation Required | Circa £70,000 + Relocation & Benefits

Ready to set the trends, not follow them?

This brand is all about innovation, creativity, and premium design. They're looking for a Senior Designer who can bring bold ideas to life, lead the charge on next-gen fashion, and deliver premium collections that elevate our brand globally.

This is not just a job-it's an opportunity to shape the future of fashion at one of the most innovative and premium brands in the industry. You'll be at the forefront of design innovation, shaping the future for this brands collections across multiple international markets.

We're talking high fashion, global influence, and pushing boundaries-both in design and business strategy. Your expertise will play a key role in setting trends and leading the charge in premium product development.

As the Senior Designer:

Create Iconic Designs: Lead the design process from concept to creation, ensuring every product aligns with their signature handwriting while pushing the envelope on premium design.
Trend Visionary: Stay ahead of the curve by actively tracking global fashion trends, spotting missed opportunities, and translating runway inspiration into fresh, commercially relevant designs that stand out in the market.
Collaborate & Innovate: Participate in dynamic, cross-functional workshops with designers, buyers, and the creative team to develop on-trend, commercially successful collections. Work closely with the Colour and Fabric Designer to implement seasonal palettes and fabric innovations.
Lead the Creative Direction: Drive the strategic design brief, ensuring alignment with business area strategy, while pushing for forward-thinking aesthetics and premium product quality.
Be a Trend Ambassador: Guide the design team with your extensive market research and contribute to global storytelling through trend boards, mood boards, and creative direction.
Challenge the Norm: Push the boundaries by challenging designs, fabrics, and trims, working alongside buyers and suppliers to ensure premium quality and cutting-edge finishes that keep you ahead of competitors.
Global Influence: Work with teams across the globe to ensure that your product speaks to an international audience, bringing a premium feel while staying relevant to each market's unique needs.
Collaborate on Commercial Success: Balance your creative vision with commercial reality, ensuring your designs not only set trends but also meet key business goals, from stock flow to sales performance.
A degree in Fashion Design (or equivalent), with at least 3-5 years of experience as a Senior Designer or Designer at a premium level.What we're looking for in a Senior Designer:

A passion for fashion trends and the ability to translate them into commercially successful collections that resonate across global markets.
Expert visualisation skills: Whether by hand or digitally (Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, CAD, and PowerPoint), you bring your ideas to life in a way that captures attention.
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and trims, with an eye for premium finishes that elevate the product.
Strategic thinking: You have a strong sense of what's next in fashion, and you know how to take those insights and turn them into innovative, on-brand designs.
The ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where you will lead your team while also partnering with cross-functional teams like Buyers, QA, and Production.
Global market awareness: You understand what works locally and internationally, tailoring designs that appeal across regions while maintaining a premium brand experience.]BBBH32177