Our client, a leading sportswear brand house, is looking to hire an experienced Kidswear Designer to join their creative team. This is a key role responsible for designing seasonal collections across multiproduct apparel for kids aged 1.58 years and 511 years.
Key Responsibilities
Research seasonal trends, key items, colours, fabrics, and themes in line with brand direction.
Develop original design concepts, sketches, and technical specifications aligned to seasonal briefs.
Create mood boards, trend boards, and visual research to support the design process.
Maintain a strong knowledge of kidswear trends and historical references to guide silhouettes, fabrications, and detailing.
Work closely with the Head of Design and Sales Team to build commercial, cohesive ranges each season.
Manage detailed design and development records including fabrication and print details for each style.
Prepare accurate tech packs and spec sheets for handover to production teams and suppliers.
Attend fit sessions, make amendments to specs, and communicate changes to relevant teams and partners.
Ensure all work aligns with range plans and critical path deadlines.
Support seasonal content creation for catalogues and presentation tools.
Travel occasionally for supplier meetings, brand collaborations, or client visits.
Ideal Candidate
3+ years experience designing multiproduct childrenswear (ages 1.58 and 511).
Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
Proven ability to take collections from concept and research through to final spec and development.
Confident in trend research and translating market insights into commercial product.
Excellent technical drawing skills and attention to detail, both hand-drawn and digital.
Solid understanding of garment construction, fabric types, and pattern cutting principles.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
A self-starter with strong communication and collaboration skills.
Location: London
Salary: Excellent market rate based on skills, experience and past performance.
Company bonus
Pension contribution
Annual salary review
33 days holidays including bank holidays
Career prospects.
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