Knitwear & Jersey Designer

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Posted on October 13, 2026

Knitwear & Jersey Designer – London

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£45,000-$50,000

London

Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established fashion business working across a portfolio of well-known global brands.

We are looking for an experienced Knitwear & Jersey Designer with a strong commercial womenswear background and a proven ability to create trend-led, retail-ready collections.

You will be responsible for designing and developing seasonal womenswear collections across knitwear and jersey
, working across categories including T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, polos, dresses, skirts, joggers, leggings and elevated jersey separates.

Working closely with Brand, Product Development and Technical teams, you will manage the design process from initial trend research and concept development through to sampling, fits and final product sign-off.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who combines strong creative handwriting with a clear understanding of commercial product, customer requirements and the wider fashion market.

• Design original seasonal collections across womenswear knitwear and jersey.
• Research global trends, competitor activity and consumer behaviour to inform new product direction.
• Create commercially relevant collections aligned with individual brand identities.
• Develop seasonal colour palettes, graphics, prints and design concepts.
• Source and develop fabrics, washes, finishes, trims and embellishments with mills and suppliers.
• Produce detailed CADs, technical drawings and design specifications.
• Manage product development through the critical path alongside Product Developers and Garment Technologists.
• Participate in fit sessions, sample reviews and product sign-off meetings.
• Present trend research, design concepts and seasonal collections internally and to customers.
• Work closely with overseas factories and sourcing teams to ensure quality, innovation and delivery timelines are achieved.
• Review sales performance and customer feedback to help shape future collections.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing womenswear jersey or knitwear within a commercial fashion environment.
• Strong understanding of the high street and contemporary fashion market.
• Excellent knowledge of jersey fabrications, garment construction, washes, printing techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and the wider Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong CAD, technical drawing and specification skills.
• Experience managing product development through the critical path.
• Comfortable working with offshore suppliers, mills and factories.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working across licensed fashion product would be beneficial.

This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, creative fashion business where you will have the chance to work across recognised brands, take ownership of product and have a genuine influence on seasonal collections.

The business offers a collaborative working environment alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.