Assistant Designer - Trousers, Menswear
Assistant Designer - Trousers, Menswear

The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working).

The duration of the contract is 6 months.

The pay rate on offer is 150 - 200 per day.

The client is a multinational high-street retailer.

Key accountabilities of the role

Work alongside the Designer to deliver the global product direction
Support the Designer with the co-ordination of day to day activities
Support the Designer in producing a high standard of CADs, Tech Pack via PLM ensuring a high hit rate and delivering Direct Design targets
Work with the Designers to meet critical path deadlines and deliver the right designs, at the right time to meet critical paths
Support the Designer to deliver Design Briefs to FSVs when required
Support effective working relationships with our Sourcing Office teams and Suppliers
Research global retail and trends under the direction of the Designer and Identify and communicate key opportunities
Assist in creating design boards, design publications and design DPS presentations
Attend and participate in department fit sessions (applicable for levels 2 & 3 only)
Begin to take the initiative to own a product/product type under the Designers direction

Key skills and experience

1-2 years' Menswear and/or Trousers design experience
Strong design and CAD skills with an eye for detail
Knowledge of trend interpretation, current competitive marketplace and product design
Experience in Direct Design sourced product, working with Technology/Design and Buying to create high standards of CAD and Tech Packs via PLM
High level of proficiency in Design related CAD software to include Illustrator, Photoshop and In Design
Multi task orientated with the ability to work to tight deadlines to the critical path
Strong communication and influencing skills