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From Merchandising and Marketing - Product Development and Design, through to Supply Chain and Space Planning - our mission is to bring stylish wardrobe, home and beauty essentials to our customers via an easy, inspiring shopping experience online and in store that will delight them every time.

As we accelerate the transformation of our business to suit the changing needs of our customer, we need results-orientated colleagues that not only have a passion for our product, but a strong team working ethos, creativity and a healthy commercial aim to join us on our journey.

We are currently looking for a talented and experienced Assistant Designer to join our Sleepwear Team, this designer should have ideally experience in clothing and jersey product, and be an expert with adobe software and PLM, there is also an opportunity to have training and use 3D software as part of this role.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about design and that can also take initiative and prioritise workload a long side the C.P.

Product handwriting is key and should be driven to push the collection "to the next level". You will work as part of an enthusiastic and fast paced team, delivering beautiful and contemporary sleepwear and loungewear. You will be working within a team of 3 designers, but within a wider lingerie design team.

**IMPORTANT - Please add a sample of your portfolio to the end of your CV as you can only upload one document to your application*

Key accountabilities and measures

• Work alongside the Designer to deliver the global product direction
• Support the Designer with the co-ordination of day to day activities
• Support the Designer in producing a high standard of CADs, Tech Pack via PLM ensuring a high hit rate and delivering Direct Design targets
• Work with the Designers to meet critical path deadlines and deliver the right designs, at the right time to meet critical paths
• Support the Designer to deliver Design Briefs to FSVs when required
• Support effective working relationships with our Sourcing Office teams and Suppliers
• Research global retail and trends under the direction of the Designer and Identify and communicate key opportunities
• Assist in creating design boards, design publications and design DPS presentations
• Begin to take the initiative to own a product/product type under the Designers direction

Key skills

• Expert in the field of design with design experience within the Retail industry
• Strong design and CAD skills with an eye for detail
• Knowledge of trend interpretation, current competitive marketplace and product design
• Experience in Direct Design sourced product, working with Technology/Design and Buying to create high standards of CAD and Tech Packs via PLM
• High level of proficiency in Design related CAD software to include Illustrator, Photoshop and In Design
• Multi task orientated with the ability to work to tight deadlines to the critical path
• Strong communication and influencing skills

Key Benefits:

• Flexible working approach, with a balance of being in the office and working from home
• Competitive salary plus bonus
• 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
• 20% discount on M&S products
• A range of wellbeing support (including a virtual GP)
• 25% off gym memberships, access to online fitness classes and discounts for complementary health services, such as nutrition and lifestyle coaching

Interested? Apply here!

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M&S is ready to push boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring digital era. That’s why we’re revolutionising how we work and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. There’s never been a better time to be part of our team. Marks & Spencer aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make an immediate impact.

We are committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy, which starts with our recruitment and selection process, and we are happy to talk flexible working.

If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.

London, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND;

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