Accessory Designer

Our client is a design and manufacturer of Fashion and Branded hard good accessories with a portfolio of private label customers and their own branded division.  They are looking for an experienced Accessories Designer to join their business..  This is a great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and well-established community centric business.  

Accessories Designer - The Role:

• Interpret trends and translate them to the customer profile in a commercial way
• Creating detailed CADs and technical specifications for Far East and UK factories
• Liaising with customers and overseas factories daily
• Photographing and recording of samples
• Coordinating and preparing samples to be sent out to customers
• Preparing trend presentation boards and seasonal research
• Managing own workload and prioritising projects as required
• Fabric and trim sourcing
• Respond promptly to customer enquiries
• Communicate and coordinate with relevant internal departments
• Dealing with factories with quick response decision making
• Be able to produce high quality work to targets and tight deadlines
• Other administrative tasks required by the Designers

Accessories Designer - The Candidate:

• Qualification and experience within Accessories and/or footwear design
• Good technical knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong CAD skills
• Exceptional organisation skills with a great eye for detail.
• Possess a true passion for fashion.
• The originality and efficiency to thrive within a close-knit team of creative thinkers.
• Self-starter with a pro-active approach to work and the ability to work independently
• Good interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem solving and adaptability
• Strong presentation skills.
• Trend aware with a strong eye for design.
• Right to work in UK essential.
• Driving license essential due to location

Accessories Designer - The Package:

• Depending on experience plus excellent benefits including private healthcare

Please note, this role is for permanent UK-based applicants only

Due to the anticipated interest in this role only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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