Designer, Fashion Design​/ Tailoring

Role Overview

The Designer will lead the creation of commercially successful denim and jeans collections within the Casual Wovens department, aligning design with market research, business objectives and cross‑functional collaboration.

• Design commercially successful collections across the Casual Wovens department, with a primary focus on denim and jeans.
• Research trends, fabrics, washes, colours and silhouettes to build compelling seasonal ranges.
• Develop clear seasonal direction and product strategies that support wider business objectives.
• Create detailed CADs, technical packs and presentation boards.
• Work closely with buying and sourcing teams to ensure products are delivered to the highest standard, on time and in line with the critical path.
• Shop the market, analyse competitors and identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

• Previous womenswear design experience, with denim experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of River Island aesthetic and customer, and the ability to translate emerging trends into commercially successful products at pace.
• Excellent CAD, illustration and presentation skills.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple projects and reacting quickly to changing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and confidence to work cross‑functionally with buying, technical and sourcing teams.
• Proactive, positive attitude and genuine passion for fashion.

• Ability to think strategically, creating cohesive seasonal product stories with a clear point of view.
• Strong focus on developing denim and jeans offer, with experience in denim preferred but exceptional designers from related product areas welcomed.