Senior Accessories Designer

Our client creates fun and quirky accessories, clothing and lifestyle products for all to love and enjoy all year round. The brand is on a rapid growth plan so it's a great time to join the team and be a part of the journey.About the Company:They're looking for a talented and experienced Multi Product Accessories Designer to join the team with a minimum of 5 years’ experience. Prior experience within a similar role is a necessity.Based in North London with 50 WFH daysUp to 45K - based on experience20% bonus schemeResponsibilities:• Working with our design manager in setting trend direction.• Working with major retailers to design and develop products specialising in bags and jewellery but also across in tech, gifting, kitchen and beauty.• Creating bespoke packaging for products designed.• Developing unique and creative ranges from initial mood board to final product.• Drawing up CADs predominately via Adobe Illustrator and then turning these into functional and technical design packs to be sent off to our suppliers to be made.• Liaising closely with our suppliers in the Far East in ensuring products are developed correctly.• Keeping a critical path and tracking/monitoring the product development process.• Taking ownership of your accounts and working efficiently to meet deadlines.• Conducting competitor research• Closely working with other stakeholders in the business including wholesale account managers and our production team.• Uploading designs for approvals on licensing systems• Flagging issues and resolving technical design queries• Assistance with ad-hoc projects.Qualifications:• A minimum 5 years’ experience in a design role ideally at a brand/retailer.• Creative with a commercial eye.• Strong within print and graphic design.• Ideally would have experience working with licensed ranges.• Highly proficient in Adobe packages with a strong emphasis on Adobe Illustrator,• An understanding of the design and development process with experience working with Far East suppliers.• Understanding on how to prioritise workload and complete tasks in a timely manner.• A motivated team player with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and happy to work across different product categories