Senior Designer- Accessories

Create have teamed up with a leading British luxury brand, is looking for a Senior Accessories Designer to join our creative team. This is a key role responsible for developing seasonal collections across handbags, small leather goods, scarves, belts, gifting, Jewellery and more —translating the brand’s heritage into innovative, commercially strong designs. Key Responsibilities Creative Leadership & Concept Design Support the development of seasonal colour palettes and overarching design stories. Create and manage trend reports based on market, street style, social, and catwalk research. Translate the Chairman’s creative direction into cohesive visual boards and design briefs. Lead the creation of digital and physical concept boards for theme, colour, and material. Design Development Deliver detailed CADs, technical drawings, and design packs using Adobe Illustrator. Approve team CADs and ensure design specs are accurate for prototyping and production. Manage the Design critical path and ensure seasonal timelines are met. Create innovative concepts for new and heritage product lines, challenging continuity where needed. Raw Materials & Construction Research and develop new leathers, fabrics, hardware, and treatments with Product Development. Maintain raw material libraries and lab dip boards in an organised and accessible way. Support the sourcing and development of components fit for purpose across product categories. Prototyping & Sample Management Lead design-to-PD handovers ensuring accuracy and clarity of all design intentions. Review and critique prototypes with the PD team to ensure execution meets brand standards. Work with suppliers to resolve technical challenges and deliver cost-effective solutions. Range Building & Strategy Collaborate with the Product Director to build seasonal collections aligned with commercial goals. Use sales analysis and retail feedback to inform design decisions. Ensure all product lines are ready to integrate into seasonal drops according to business timelines. Team & Stakeholder Collaboration Mentor and support members of the Design Team. Attend and contribute to weekly creative meetings with the Chairman. Prepare and circulate meeting notes, ensuring clarity and follow-up on design actions. Ensure design samples are properly managed and secured. What We’re Looking For 7 years’ experience in accessories design, ideally within the luxury or premium fashion sector. Expert knowledge of leather, construction techniques, and raw material sourcing. Strong Adobe Illustrator skills and confident in producing technical CADs. Experience managing product cost, construction, and design feasibility. A collaborative leader who is organised, detail-focused, and commercially aware. Ability to inspire and mentor a design team while delivering exceptional creative results. What We Offer A key leadership role in a globally respected British luxury brand. The chance to shape creative output across a wide range of product categories. Competitive salary and benefits package. Apply Now Send your CV and portfolio

Location: West Sussex, GB

Posted Date: 6/17/2025