Menswear Design Manager

Reporting to:

Co-Founder and Head of Menswear

Role Overview:

Responsible for driving the Menswear design department forward. This position is still a creative role, so the ideal candidate will be comfortable with both producing high-quality design as well as leading our talented team of in-house designers and freelancers. You'll work closely with our Merchandising and Product Development teams and regularly liaise with our Head Of Menswear.

Responsibilities:

Leadership Responsibilities, including:

• Set overall design direction to create designs that support market trends and the overall creative line of the brand
• Integrate design work within the broader menswear brand strategy
• Manage a team of designers and freelancers
• Coach and develop team members to become excellent designers and deliver outstanding results
• Delegate projects and product categories within the team, supporting the Head of Menswear's vision for accountability across categories/collections
• Create and manage internal department meeting schedules
• Maintain strong working relationships with other departments
• Establish effective communication channels with Womenswear Design

Manage the design process, including:

• Research and create moodboards to identify new trends
• Develop ideas for ranges, keeping best sellers in mind
• Source fabrics and trims with factories
• Mentor the team, ensuring clear briefs and continuous improvement to produce top-quality output
• Create CADs
• Initiate new branding development with factories
• Collaborate closely with the social team, organizing brainstorming sessions and feedback loops for design development. Social team input is key and sets Jaded apart

Manage the technical process, including:

• Attend fit sessions
• Provide fit comments and meet deadlines
• Stay informed on customer feedback regarding fit and fabrication

General office and design duties, including:

• Organize factory visits, including flights and itineraries
• Attend trade and other relevant meetings as requested by the Co-Founder & Head of Menswear
• Organize samples, ensuring proper storage of fabric swatches and trims
• Manage Garment Techs in organizing fit samples

Minimum Requirements:

• 5+ years industry experience
• Proven ability to set a creative tone inspiring new ideas and concepts
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable presenting at director level
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office, CAD, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to create sketched CADs, technical drawings, and set up print placements
• Effective team management and workload prioritization skills
• Trend awareness and attention to detail
• Autonomous decision-making with strong creative judgment
• Flexible, diligent, and adaptable approach
• Deep understanding of the Jaded London brand and customer base
• Team player with passion for the brand's success

Benefits:

• 50% Employee Discount
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Paid moving day annually
• Hybrid working (1 day WFH)
• Pension scheme (3% employer, 4% employee)
• Bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• £500 employee referral bonus
• Local business discounts
• North-West London office next to good transport links
• Casual dress code
• Fully-stocked kitchens and snacks
• Regular social events