[JOBS] DESIGNER - MATALAN

As a Designer, you'll act as a key support for the Design Manager managing, designing and developing the Accessories ranges, driving product and 'key looks' that reflect the current market and Matalan’s customers.

• Undertake factory visits and attend Trade and Trend shows, providing detailed feedback to the Buying teams

• Regularly complete directional and competitive shopping trips both in the UK and abroad, producing full reports and feedback to the wider business.

• Managing and developing the company ‘key looks’, liaising with suppliers on trends and design details

• Work closely with Retail and Marketing to ensure these ‘looks’ and messages are conveyed to the customer.

• Review design ranges to ensure the 'balance' of the colour palette is continually reflected and will take responsibility for the development of the seasonal colour palettes and colour palette direction.

• Active role in the management of the team, addressing any issues such as the content of design packs and advising on any technical information required

This role is offered on a fixed term, temporary contract to cover maternity leave.

About You

• Proven Ladies Accessories design experience

• Strong background working within a retail environment.

• Ability to use InDesign, Adobe CC Illustrator & Photoshop programmes to an advanced level

• Able to demonstrate the ability to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines, managing a demanding and varied workload

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate successfully at all levels

• Experience of presenting to Senior Management