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About the Role

Derek Rose is a luxury British leisurewear brand seeking a Senior Menswear Designer to lead the design and development of their menswear collections. This role involves owning the process from research to final sign-off, requiring a blend of commercial acumen and creative vision within a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and review the menswear clothing and accessories range each season, balancing newness with commercial continuity.
• Contribute to buying decisions and range architecture.
• Research seasonal themes and build mood boards informed by market intelligence and the competitive landscape.
• Lead the design and development of all new menswear styles each season, including accessories.
• Research and develop colour palettes across all menswear collections.
• Create detailed design packs including AI concepts, flat drawings, internals, core measurements, and trims.
• Collaborate with print designers to build the textiles range for new styles.
• Use AI design tools like Midjourney and Firefly for concept development and communication.
• Attend fit sessions and provide clear, constructive feedback to ensure garment standards are met.
• Share product knowledge and seasonal direction with colleagues.
• Liaise with garment manufacturers, fabric suppliers, and agents throughout the development process.
• Research and source new fabrications each season.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading a menswear collection end-to-end, typically 6-8+ years in a luxury or premium brand.
• Strong technical skills including flat drawing, spec writing, and garment construction knowledge.
• A confident eye for fabric, print, and colour, and an understanding of their commercial translation.
• Experience in range planning or working closely with buying or commercial functions.
• Comfortable in fit sessions and able to give clear, constructive feedback.
• A collaborative, low-ego approach, willing to assist wherever the team needs.
• Confident using AI design tools to develop and pitch design direction quickly.
• Experience liaising with garment factories and suppliers, with a solid grasp of the development and sampling process.
• A natural awareness of the premium and luxury menswear market.

Skills

• AI design tools (Midjourney, Firefly)
• Flat drawing
• Spec writing
• Garment construction
• Range planning
• Fabric sourcing
• Print design collaboration
• Colour development
• Fit sessions
• Supplier liaison

Location

• Baker Street, London

Work Type

• Full Time

Experience Level

• Senior
• 6-8+ years

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive

Benefits

• Pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous staff discount and regular sample sales
• Confidential wellbeing and mental health support
• Social events

About the Company

• Derek Rose is a luxury British leisurewear brand that designs clothes for people who know how they want to live.