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Print Designer Menswear

John Lewis Partnership, City of Westminster

Print Designer Menswear

£35000-£53000

John Lewis Partnership, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 21 Jun | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 5facd47acd8f40f8809f5368049ea55a

Location ref: City of Westminster

Full Job Description

  • Working pattern/flexible working - The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home. The expectation is for three in-person days per week, which can include your time spent on store visits and meeting brands / suppliers. For Fashion Design this is generally Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
  • Location - This role is based at our London Head Office campus in Pimlico. Please note, any cost incurred as a result of travel to the office is the responsibility of the successful candidate. There is no travel allowance for this role.
  • (FYI) Next Steps - The application process requires you to upload recent portfolio / examples of your work as well as your CV and application answers. If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be required to provide your portfolio to the assessors as well as present a small project that will be provided to you in advance. INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD IN PERSON AT OUR HEAD OFFICE IN PIMLICO (Dates TBC), Design:
  • 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.
    • Stakeholder Management:
  • Support success driven cross-department working through effective stakeholder relationships.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
    • Continuous Improvement:
  • Consistently demonstrate a Continuous Improvement mindset
  • Think boldly and see issues and opportunities from all angles and multiple perspectives, even the unprecedented, to draw out meaning and connections and make recommendations to adjust strategy and outcomes as a result. Generate a number of workable options and overcome barriers to finding solutions., Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.
    • Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.Care Experience Providing a safe and supportive community for Partners with experience in the care system.Carers Network The network aims to raise awareness and support Partners who are carers, and their allies.Ability Championing workplace disability inclusion by creating a supportive environment and offering peer communities for those with diverse needs.Unity Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.

  • Proven experience working as a Print Designer
  • Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into production-ready sketches and technical specifications, using technology (e.g. Adobe, Clo3D and AI) 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 within print
  • 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
    • Desirable skills/experience you may have
  • 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 at retail. We 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 somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it., This is where you'll be based, whether that's in a shop, distribution centre or one of our head offices. London Central Office 1 Drummond Gate London, SW1V 2QQ See Commute

    We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview., Leisure Learning Enjoy learning a new skill or hobby even more by claiming up to £200 towards certain tutored courses. (Applies to courses which you pay for in advance yourself).PARTNER DISCOUNT 25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose. We knew you'd like this one! (some exclusions apply). (Partner discount is only available following successful completion of your 90-day Earning Membership period once you have started).Clubs & Societies From arts & crafts to fishing, from skiing to running, we have so many clubs and societies bringing Partners with shared interests together.HOLIDAY & LEAVE Enjoy a generous holiday provision. Plenty of time for some rest and relaxation. (The amount of holiday you'll get depends on your role and working hours. It increases over time).PENSION & LIFE ASSURANCE Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.

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