L8 Womens wovens Designer ANYDAY

Job description

Job Type

Comms & Marketing

Location

London - Victoria

Partnership Level

8

Closing Date

01/05/2024

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Salary

£31,800.00 - £47,700.00 Annual

Salary Frequency

Annual

Hours of Work

Various full-time hours required (35 Hours per week)

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We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where it is possible to do so. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

Our Purpose

Working in Partnership for a happier world – our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone.

At a glance:

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Salary range - The budgeted salary range for this role is set at £31,800 - £37,000 (dependant on experience)

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Contract type - This position is a Permanent contract

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We know flexible working is important to you, and it is important to us too. The Partnership has adopted a blended working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. The Design team aim for around 2-3 days a week in the office to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings but again, are flexible on this. 

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Location - This role is based at our Victoria Head Office campus. Please note, any cost incurred as a result of travel to the office is the responsibility of the successful candidate. There is no travel allowance for this role. There is also a responsibility to visit our John Lewis branches / Suppliers / Trade Shows when necessary. You will be able to claim travel expenses for these journeys. 

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Travel to the Far East, China, India and Europe is required for this role.

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Please note, the application process requires you to upload a portfolio / examples of your work. If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be required to provide your portfolio to the assessors as well as present a small project that will be provided to you in advance. 

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Womenswear design team, designing, developing and delivering original, modern and relevant designs for our John Lewis brand ANYDAY  dresses, soft separates, denim and tailoring.

ANYDAY has established itself as the go-to for a relaxed, modern & relevant wardrobe, at affordable prices. 

We focus on a collection of elevated modern staples, offering the ANYDAY customer thoughtfully designed pieces that we believe will become the cornerstones of her wardrobe.

Injections of trend relevant pieces alongside colour-pop accessories continually elevate outfitting as we move into the new season, whilst maintaining a consistent trend message across the entire brand.

Styling is youthful & preppy, with a sporty nod. Silhouettes are relaxed & effortlessly casual, celebrating a playful approach to mix-and-matching proportions.

Key responsibilities: 

You will take a key role in design projects, with support from the category design lead, and in collaboration with the buying, merchandising and tech teams.

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Play a critical role in delivering product design that will be aligned to brand / sub brand guidelines and aligning with customer needs. Support the Design Team and studio in fulfilling key tasks across the season. 

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Preparation and presentation of relevant and appropriate category trend research. 

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You will research thoroughly into your Category/Brands by setting out seasonal trend boards and colour palettes, have excellent illustration and cad skills, whilst being proficient in Adobe and other specialist design software. 

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Ensure the sampling process is efficient. Produce precise design packs and fulfil seasonal design briefs with commercial and innovative solutions, supported by illustrating / briefing / sourcing key materials and details. Ensure accurate samples are produced.

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Work collaboratively with all levels of buying, merchandise and the technical team to co-create the briefs & deliver identified outcomes ensuring that these align with the brand guidelines.

Essential skills you’ll need: 

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Experience in designing trendy and modern soft separates, dresses, trousers, denim and tailoring.

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An excellent knowledge of fabrics.

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Excellent skills in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, photoshop etc) and other specialist design software.

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Experience in stakeholder management, working and liaising with suppliers

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Excellent communication and presentation skills 

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Experience formulating briefs

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A strong understanding of the JL&P brand and / or sub brands, their brand values and potential for product

Desirable skills you’ll have:

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BA degree in Design (product, fashion, furniture, textiles, surface pattern, decorative arts)

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Relevant industry experience within a design studio

Benefits of the Partnership and the role: 

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  - Hybrid Working

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️ - Full - time working holiday entitlement 22 days holiday, plus public and bank holidays (this is pro-rated for part time hours).

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⚖ - Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy

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- Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay) and, after three years’ service, you’ll receive an additional Partnership contribution of 4% of pay, regardless of whether you pay in or not

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- You’ll get Partnership discount in store and online once you complete your Earning Membership period. That’s 25% off in John Lewis & Partners (12% off electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose & Partners (some exclusions apply) You’ll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount.

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-  Simple cycle to work support scheme

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- We’re really proud of our exclusive hotels based in some of Britain’s most beautiful areas and once you’ve been with us for three months, you’re welcome to explore them 

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-  Learn more about our extensive range of exciting benefits that you could enjoy when you join us, visit - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/  

Next Steps:  

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 The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process").

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Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a 1 stage virtual interview (wk comm 13th May 2024).

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You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. 

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Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.  

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We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early ​

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At the John Lewis Partnership, we embrace our differences. We want you to be you. Because, well, we know you're at your best when you're free to be yourself. Being a truly inclusive employer to us means creating an environment which celebrates your contribution, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief. It's why we've set our own aim to become the UK’s most inclusive business - for our Partners (employees) and our customers. We firmly believe that our future success lies in diversity of thought from all Partners and it's integral in our mission to build a happier world. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. And, once you're a Partner, your differences will make all the difference. Find out more about D&I in the Partnership here - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/diversityandinclusion/