Senior Interior Textile Designer - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom - Norfolk House Consultants
Norfolk House Consultants
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Verified Company
1 week ago
Description
COMPANY:
MAJOR SUPPLIER TO MAJOR BRANDS NATIONWIDE - such as Harlequin and Prestigious etc.
The name of the Company will be revealed on invite to 2nd interview.
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Textile Designer to join a very well-established and successful Textile Design Business in Hertfordshire. You will work as part of our Design Team and will be based in our Design Studio, Office and Showroom in Hertfordshire, with the opportunity to travel to our Mills in China and India, together with representing our Company at various Textile Trade Fairs in Europe and beyond. You will also have the opportunity to visit with our Clients in the UK and Ireland to discuss product developments.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with our Mills and our Clients to create, develop and finalize new têxtile collections with the top home furnishing brands in the UK and Ireland.
- Market research and colour trend forecasting for the furnishing fabric sector.
- Create Mood boards specific to client requirements and trends for presentation to Management and Clients.
- Represent our Company on our Suppliers' Stands at Trade Shows in Europe and beyond, Meet with our clients to discuss and interpret their requirements and give feedback to Management.
- Assist with the inception of the design through to its final selection.
- Visit the Mills we represent in China and India to discuss current and future developments.
- Work with Critical Path on Design Development, arrange and send samples for approval and set and work towards target dates and deadlines.
- Be aware that 60% of your work will be creative design and 40% will be admin / communication.
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- A minimum of 3 years related industry design experience.
- Excellent artistic and creative skills, hand drawing and CAD skills required. Proficiency in Photoshop and AVA is preferable.
- Be organized and capable of meeting strict deadlines.
- A strong personality and confidence to help communicate, understand, maintain and strengthen relationships with our clients and suppliers.
- Communicate and work efficiently within a Team environment.
- Strong administration skills along with clear and effective communication skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Be able to give and receive constructive feedback
- BA, BSC or MA Graduate specialist in weave, print, embroidery or surface pattern.
- Driven, ambitious and with a passion for têxtiles, trends and fashion.
START DATE AND SALARY
- Start Date
- Ideally available for an immediate start but within 1 month of job offer
- Salary dependent on skills and experience
- Company Pension Scheme
- Lunch and parking provided
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
One location
