Design Manager

We’re looking for a highly creative and detail-driven Design Manager to join a growing design team in Manchester.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong sense of style, a refined aesthetic, and a passion for creating elevated, timeless products.

Working closely with the CEO, you’ll play a key role in bringing original concepts to life, from initial research and design through to final product.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop collections from concept to completion, ensuring a consistent and elevated brand aesthetic.

Focus on fabrication, construction, and refined detailing to deliver premium, timeless silhouettes and coords.

Produce accurate technical drawings and specifications for production.

Manage fabric and trim sourcing, building strong supplier relationships.

Oversee the organisation and upkeep of the fabric and trim library.

Collaborate closely with Production and Product Development on supplier allocation, costing challenges, and quality standards.

Attend weekly fit sessions, contributing to design refinements and supporting CAD updates following fit comments.

Prepare monthly CAD boards for collection releases.

Compile design packs and materials for sign-off meetings.

Conduct competitor analysis, including regular comp shops and trend reporting.

Carry out ongoing research to inform seasonal direction and product development.

Skills Required:

Degree qualified in Fashion Design or a related field.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a ladieswear design role

Background working with premium or high-end brands is essential.

Strong aesthetic judgement with a clear understanding of modern ladieswear trends and positioning

Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to evolving brand needs

Confident presenting ideas and work to senior stakeholders

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Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.

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