About Us: We’re on a mission to revolutionise women’s fashion by making it more sustainable and affordable. Our message is clear: we believe thoughtfully made clothes can exist at an accessible price point with sustainable materials. At Nobody’s Child, we’re driven by creating responsible and affordable fashion for kind and spirited women. We are an independent, London-based brand, powered by a passionate team of change makers and skilled people who make our clothes. The good news? You could be apart of the journey! About You: Nobody's Child is looking for an experienced Dresses Designer (freelance and a permanent) to join our biggest department, working alongside a team of exceptional and passionate womenswear designers. Reporting into the Senior Designer, you'll bring a fresh eye, drive newness and elevate our responsible product aligning with strategic direction. Day to day, you'll find yourself: Working closely with the Senior Designer to own and execute range development end to end from briefs given. As well as working collaboratively with all in house departments, such as print, buying, merchandising & pattern cutting. Supporting range development by pro-actively driving research and presenting new ideas. Showing In depth trend knowledge, clearly identify department key items, key colours, new fabrics and details in line with the NC customer. Keeping sustainability at the forefront of all development, constantly researching and evolving the brand to be the market leaders. Sourcing the newest sustainable fabrics and trims to elevate the range. Lead and participate in regular team meetings to present the range to heads of & CEO Create Technical design specifications for new garment developments and work alongside suppliers to ensure fit and quality is prioritised Actively participate in fittings, in cooperation with buying and the tech team. Establish and build relationships with suppliers and fabric mills. Be able to work to and manage a critical path and demonstrate organisation and drive to ensure ranges and correct samples are delivered on time Supporting with wholesale packs alongside the Senior designer and helping to amend this on a regular basis as needed. From time to time where needed assisting the team with any other department needs on other departments other than your own in key seasonal pressure times. Ideally, to hit the ground running you'll come with: Around 6 years of experience in a similar role in a fast paced, womenswear retailer A degree/education in Design or equivalent. Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills. Creative eye and passion for responsible product. If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply and we will be in touch! At Nobody’s Child, we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We aim to ensure that we are always recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of talent and encourage all to apply to join our journey!
