Assistant Slipper Designer

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic

Assistant Footwear/Slipper Designer & Developer to support our Design & Product Development team in creating commercially successful footwear collections for a wide range of global brands and retailers.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a fast-paced footwear design and manufacturing agency. You will gain exposure to every stage of the product development process, from initial concepts and trend research through to sampling and production.

• Assist in designing footwear across a variety of categories including men's, women's and children's products.
• Support the creation of seasonal concepts, colour palettes, material stories and trend presentations.
• Produce CADs, technical drawings and presentation boards.
• Assist in preparing client presentations and design meetings.
• Carry out market, trend and competitor research.

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of technical packs & specifications.
• Help coordinate the development process from concept through to production.
• Review samples alongside senior designers, recording comments and amendments.
• Liaise with factories to communicate design updates and development feedback.
• Help monitor development timelines to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Assist with sourcing materials, components and trims.
• Maintain the material library and sample archive.
• Organise incoming samples and development prototypes.
• Support sustainability and innovation projects where appropriate.

• Prepare and organise design documentation.
• Maintain development trackers and sample logs.
• Ensure product information is accurate and up to date.
• Support the team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Assist with showroom preparation for customer meetings.

• Degree (or equivalent) in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, Product Design or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years' experience in footwear design or product development
• A genuine passion for footwear and product design.
• Good understanding of footwear construction and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with men's, women's and children's footwear categories.
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a collaborative environment.
• Experience creating CADs and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of footwear materials and components.
• Experience communicating with overseas factories.
• Understanding of costing and product development timelines.
• Awareness of current footwear trends and consumer markets.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft suite.

• Creative and commercially aware.
• Curious and eager to learn.
• Organised and highly detail-oriented.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Strong team player.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

• Opportunity to work with leading international footwear brands and retailers.
• Exposure to the full footwear design and development process.
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced designers.
• A supportive and collaborative studio environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing business.