Assistant Footwear Designer

We’re looking for a creative, skilled Assistant Designer with strong CAD skills, an eye for detail, and a clear understanding of trends to join our Ladies’ Footwear Design team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, collaborative team, playing a hands‑on role in developing design‑led, fashion‑forward collections that are customer‑focused and aligned with our brand strategy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Designer on projects and daily tasks.
• Help develop customer and market‑focused product collections each season in line with company strategy and brand identity.
• Research trends, materials, trims and colours, designing new products that incorporate original ideas.
• Identify opportunities for new shapes and products to enhance the existing range.
• Create detailed specifications and technical drawings for new product developments and sample modifications.
• Assist the design admin team in keeping trackers up to date when needed.
• Work closely with the Buying team to ensure production details meet the brand’s quality requirements.
• Produce high‑quality work to targets and tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of internship or admin experience within a footwear design environment.
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Organised with the ability to track samples and developments.
• Passionate about fashion with a strong interest in current and upcoming trends.
• Creative flair with a passion for sneakers and casual footwear.
• Ability to interpret trends through the lens of the brand, incorporating existing house codes and evolving iconic styles.
• Skill in translating concepts and 2‑D designs into detailed illustrations using Adobe Illustrator or freehand sketching.
• Practical knowledge of producing spec sheets for production.
• Ability to work independently but within a team.
• Positive attitude with strong relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Open‑mind and receptive to feedback, flexible with the ability to adapt when direction shifts.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Pension and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts for gyms and other retailers.
• Summer hours – 2pm finish on Friday, half‑day, Pay Day Friday (once per month).
• RetailTrust support and additional company perks.

Location: London

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