Are you a creative thinker with a passion for fashion and design? Looking to take your first steps into the design industry? We’re on the lookout for a driven and enthusiastic Design Assistant to join the Roy Lowe and Roy’s Boys design team at our North Nottinghamshire office.
About Us
Roy Lowe and Sons are the UK’s leading licensed Hosiery specialists to high street and online fashion retailers. Our team are passionate about the product that they produce, always delivering in their creative ability, strong licensing and retail relationships, as well as longstanding manufacturing connections all over the world.
As a third-generation family run business we have used the 25 years of knowledge and experience within the industry, to venture into new areas through the creation of our in-house brand, Roy’s Boys. Now an established household name, the e-commerce preschool gifting brand continues to elevate and innovate over multiple product categories and remains a key focus for the future of the business.
Role Description The Design Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Greater Nottingham. The Design Assistant will support the design team with the creation and development of character and branded sock concepts, preparing artwork and technical specifications for production. Day-to-day tasks include working with the adobe suite, assisting with graphic design layouts, preparing mood boards, and maintaining internal PLM systems.
The role involves collaborating with internal teams and customers to interpret briefs, adapt designs to market and licensing requirements, and ensure that products meet brand and quality standards. The Design Assistant will also help with sample coordination, basic trend research, and general administrative support for the design department.
Qualifications
- Relevant education or training in fashion design, textile design, graphic design, or a related field
- Proficiency with adobe creative suite - must be well versed with adobe illustrator.
- Show awareness of commercial handwriting
- Candidates should possess good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow design processes from concept to production.
- Skills to analyse and monitor trends relevant to our products.
- Ability to work on-site in Greater Nottingham, manage multiple tasks, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
- Experience in licensing environments is an advantage.
Interested?
This is a fantastic entry-level role offering real hands-on experience in a creative, collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about design and ready to kickstart your career in the fashion industry, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit a digital portfolio, along with cover letter and CV via the indeed application system, or drop us a message.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £26,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sutton-In-Ashfield NG17 4NE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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Work Location: In person
