Location | Head Office, Tottenham Court Road, London
Working style | Hybrid
About Friends like these..
Introducing Friends like these…, the London-based fashion brand that’s elevating the everyday, with signature silhouettes, statement prints and new-season stories.
About the Job
We have an exciting opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic Design Assistant to join our growing brand Friends like These. Working in a varied and forward thinking department, we are looking for someone who can add innovative ideas and enthusiasm into design processes and strategy. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their talent within the fashion industry. You will work closely with a creative and talented Design Manager who will strongly support your development and provide the opportunity to grow your experience across product development.
Please apply with a link to your portfolio.
You will be…
1. Supporting the Design team across all product categories
2. Maintaining and updating documentation, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
3. Assisting with the preparation for sign off meetings; organising samples and updating CAD sheets
4. Managing daily tasks in line with critical path
5. Creating and amending CAD's in Photoshop and Illustrator
6. Liaising with Buying, Garment Tech, Suppliers & Factories
7. Researching relevant trends for shape, print and colour in keeping with the brand
8. Creating competitor shop reports, trend flashes and key items
9. Keeping up to date with the latest trends via shops, catwalks and social media, to provide insight and recommendations to the team
10. Providing consistent and quality admin support to the team
11. Continually aiming to develop yourself, asking your Line Manager for support and guidance
12. Completing any other duties as reasonably requested by the company to ensure the continuous development of the business
13. Working to your own initiative and be able to take responsibility when required by the team
Your Talent…
14. Fashion design related degree or equivalent industry experience within fashion retail
15. Previous experience working in a similar role
16. Strong Photoshop and Illustrator skills
17. Ability to translate trends into a commercial way for the Friends like These customer
18. Previous experience working in a fast paced environment
19. Indesign and hand sketching skills
20. Adept in technical drawings
21. Excellent attention to detail
22. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
23. Great organisation skills and the ability to adjust to changes and work flexibly
24. Able to multitask whilst producing high quality output and meeting deadlines
25. Demonstrate a can-do attitude and resilience
26. Self-motivated and eager to learn
What we can do for you…
27. 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy, GAP and Victoria's Secret products & 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
28. Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Perks At Work
29. We recognise hard work with our company performance-based bonus
30. Life Assurance
31. Join our Next Sharesave Scheme
32. Digital GP Service for help at home
33. Lesson the impact with our Annual Travel Card Loan
34. Never miss a package and with Direct to Desk delivery
35. Bag a bargain at our sample sales
36. Hybrid & flexible working across the business to support your work-life balance
37. Learn, develop and grow with our personal development plans
38. Enjoy more time with friends and family with Early Bank Holiday finishes
39. Join in the fun with our year-round office events
Diversity & Inclusion
At Lipsy Group we recognise that our differences are what make us who we are. We want people to want to work for us and be their true selves. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a talent team, and recognise that all unique backgrounds and experiences contribute to our future success.
We want to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected, and where people can achieve their full potential and be their very best, whoever they are.
Wellbeing
We believe that wellbeing is having the opportunity to achieve your full potential, cope with day to day pressures, be productive and thrive in all aspects of your life. We encourage a culture that promotes and enables us all to achieve positive wellbeing, by focusing on mental, physical and financial health.