Senior Menswear Designer

Job Title: Senior Menswear Designer

Role Type: Full Time

Department: Design

Reports to: Head of Creative

Location: Baker Street, London

Salary: Competitive

About the Role

Derek Rose is a luxury British leisurewear brand. We design clothes for people who know exactly how they want to live - and we've spent decades making that easy. Our menswear sits at the heart of the brand, and we're looking for a Senior Menswear Designer to lead it.

Reporting to the Head of Creative, you'll own the design and development of our menswear collections from research through to final sign-off. You'll bring a sharp commercial eye alongside real creative conviction - and you'll be comfortable working in a small, collaborative team where everyone contributes beyond their job title.

What you'll do

• Range planning: Work alongside the Head of Creative to plan and review the menswear clothing and accessories range each season - balancing newness with commercial continuity.
• Contribute to buying decisions and range architecture, with a clear understanding of what sells and why.
• Design: Research seasonal themes and build mood boards that set the direction for each collection, informed by market intelligence and a close read of the competitive landscape.
• Lead the design and development of all new menswear styles each season, including accessories.
• Research and develop colour palettes across all menswear collections.
• Create detailed design packs - AI concepts, flat drawings, internals, core measurements, and trims.
• Collaborate with the print designers to build the textiles range for all new styles.
• Use AI design tools including Midjourney and Firefly to concept and communicate designs to the wider team.
• Attend fit sessions, giving clear and constructive feedback to ensure every garment meets our standards before sign-off.
• Share product knowledge and seasonal direction with colleagues across the business.

Supplier & development

• Liaise with garment manufacturers, fabric suppliers, and agents throughout the development process.
• Research and source new fabrications each season, with a clear handover to the Sourcing Manager.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience leading a menswear collection end-to-end, typically 6-8+ years in a luxury or premium brand.
• Strong technical skills - flat drawing, spec writing, and garment construction knowledge.
• A confident eye for fabric, print, and colour, and an understanding of how these translate commercially.
• Experience in range planning, or working closely with a buying or commercial function.
• Comfortable in fit sessions and able to give clear, constructive feedback.
• A collaborative, low-ego approach - you're happy to help wherever the team needs you, not just where your title says you should.
• Confident using AI design tools to develop and pitch design direction quickly.
• Experience liaising with garment factories and suppliers, with a solid grasp of the development and sampling process.
• A natural awareness of the premium and luxury menswear market.

What We Offer

• Pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous staff discount and regular sample sales
• Confidential wellbeing and mental health support
• Social events