Accessories Designer - Greater London, United Kingdom - Make It Happen Recruitment

Description

Our client creates fun and quirky accessories, clothing and lifestyle products for all to love and enjoy all year round. They have standalone stores across the country and also feature in over 200 stockists worldwide. Alongside that, they also have two Nail Salons at Carnaby Street and Brent Cross. Based in North London, the brand is on a rapid growth plan so it's a great time to join the team and be a part of the journey.

They're looking for an experienced Multi Accessories Product Designer to join their growing team.

Salary: 35K to 40K dependant on experience

Responsibilities:

• Working with major retailers to design and develop products across but not limited to tech, bags, gifting, and beauty.

• Creating bespoke packaging for products designed.

• Developing unique and creative ranges from initial mood board to final product.

• Drawing up CADs predominately via Adobe Illustrator and then turning these into functional and technical design packs to be sent off to our suppliers to be made.

• Liaising closely with our suppliers in the Far East in ensuring products are developed correctly.

• Keeping a critical path and tracking/monitoring the product development process.

• Taking ownership of your accounts and working efficiently to meet deadlines.

• Conducting competitor research

• Closely working with other stakeholders in the business including wholesale account managers and our production team.

• Uploading designs for approvals on licensing systems

• Flagging issues and resolving technical design queries

• Assistance with ad-hoc projects.

Requirements:

• A minimum 3 plus years experience in a design role ideally at a brand/retailer.

• Creative with a commercial eye.

• Strong in print and graphic design.

• Ideally would have experience working with licensed ranges.

• Highly proficient in Adobe packages with a strong emphasis on Adobe Illustrator,

• An understanding of the design and development process with experience working with Far East suppliers.

• Understanding on how to prioritise workload and complete tasks in a timely manner.

• A motivated team player with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and happy to work across different product categories

Included:

• A platform to showcase your talent and have your designs in major retailers across the world.

• Progression and career development.

• A fun and relaxed office environment

• Unlimited Paid Holiday

• Flexi time – start early/finish early or start later/finish later

• Up to 50 WFH days a year