Le Col

Junior Designer Le Col

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Junior Designer with some product development experience to join the Product team of a high-profile performance-based cycling brand. The right candidate will successfully support a crucial part of the Product Design process and be an important part of a dynamic and fast-growing team based in London. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and work with the product team on all product related projects to help create a consistent standard of excellence across all Le Col garments
• Assist the Design team with research - themes, colours, print design, cycling history and inspiration for each season and/or capsule collection to help create a clear vision for each product within the collections
• Assist, create and maintain Design mood boards
• Support the design team by creating prototypes or small mock ups as required, provide ideas for trim executions and construction and continuously seek improvements where possible
• Assist the design team with research and sourcing of new fabrics, trims, and other raw materials
• Assist and maintain colour approval process
• Create and maintain CADS and tech packs for the factory
• Keep up to date on competitor products and trends and present research when required
• Assist and maintain Design critical path, ensuring deadlines are met
• Support the product team with managing the delivery of products and production of pieces within cost and MOQ’s targets
• Participate in fit sessions and reviews of prototypes and samples throughout the season to ensure a clear understanding of the product range and business future goals
• Assisting on all other needs as required by the business

The Ideal Candidate

Candidate’s background

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in apparel Product Design preferably within the Sport / performance industry
• Experience in print design
• Excellent researching skills
• Basic product development knowledge
• Good understanding of critical path
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and MS Office applications
• Bachelor’s degree or related education in Fashion and Textiles
• Basic understanding of cycling clothing and cycling culture
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Key Personal Competencies /Skills

• Professional, highly motivated, hardworking and flexible, comfortable with change
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent at planning, organising and prioritising workload
• Works well under pressure and thrives on meeting deadlines
• Works well and participate in a collaborative environment
• Great attention to detail

Please submit CV and digital portfolio to Product@Lecol.cc

Due to the anticipated interest in this role only short-listed candidates will be contacted.