Junior Leather Goods Designer Kensington Office

We are seeking a highly motivated and creatively driven Junior Designer to join our Leather Goods Design team within a British leather goods and lifestyle brand. This is an exciting opportunity for a designer with a passion for craftsmanship, materials, and contemporary modern product design across handbags, small leather goods, jewellery, gifting, and lifestyle accessories.

Working closely with the design and development teams, you will support the creation of commercially relevant and beautifully crafted products from concept through to development, reporting to the Senior Leather Goods Designer.

• Support the design team across handbags, small leather goods, jewellery, gifting, and lifestyle categories
• Research: seasonal inspiration, materials, colours, trims, and market trends
• Develop design concepts through hand sketching, digital renderings, and 3D mock-ups
• Create technical specification sheets and detailed design documentation for product development
• Produce Photoshop renderings
• Assist in handbag construction development and leather goods prototyping, working closely with Product Development Team and factories.
• Build physical 3D mock-ups and prototypes to support design and development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development and production, merchandising and image
• Maintain organised archives of design files, materials, and technical information

• Understand and demonstrate the Mulberry employee values and behaviours:
  Be Bold, Be Imaginative, Be Open, Be Responsible.
• Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture, through behaving in a way that is open-minded and respectful towards others, and understanding that your views, opinions, and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues.
• Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand.

• As a certified B Corp, we are committed to using business as a force for good. You’ll be encouraged to incorporate environmentally and socially responsible practices into your work, supporting our Made to Last strategy across Climate, Circularity, and Community.
• Help foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every individual feels valued, respected, and included. Champion equity, empathy, and understanding in all interactions – internally and externally.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong hand drawing and visual communication skills
• Knowledge of handbag construction and leather goods development
• Experience creating technical specification sheets ("specs")
• Ability to produce Photoshop renderings and visual presentations
• Experience making physical 3D mock-ups and prototypes
• Strong eye for detail, proportion, colour, and materials
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Passion for luxury fashion, craftsmanship, and contemporary design
• Strong interest in arts, culture, fashion, and creative industries
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
• Collaborative mindset with a positive and adaptable attitude
• Genuine interest in jewellery, small leather goods, lifestyle, and gifting categories

• Familiarity with 3D design software is highly desirable
• Previous experience working with factories and product development teams
• Exposure to luxury fashion, accessories, or lifestyle product categories
• Understanding of materials sourcing and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Salpa 3D pattern cutting techniques

This role would suit a creative and detail‑oriented designer looking to develop their career within a dynamic design environment that values craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless British style.

Mulberry is an equal opportunities employer and we are passionate about hiring and developing the best talent. All hiring decisions are made only on the basis of qualifications, skills or experience and as they relate to the particular role. If you need us to make any adjustments to our application or interview processes to enable you to be at your best, please email us at