We Are One
At Kurt Geiger we celebrate individuality, believing our differences make us more powerful as a collective.
Diversity, equality and inclusion are at the core of who we are and we strive to reflect this in every corner of our company culture, starting with the promotion of equal opportunities.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is granted the opportunity to thrive as their authentic self.
Responsibilities:
- Develop customer and market focussed product collections each season in line with company strategy and brand identity
- Research trends, materials, trims and colour palettes and design new product incorporating in line with the full price shoe range
- Spot opportunities for new shapes and products to enhance the current range
- Produce detailed spec with technical drawings for new product development and modifications to samples
- Work closely with the Buying team to ensure production details meet the brands quality requirements
- Work closely with the Buying team to finalise aesthetics of approved designs for production
- Produce high quality work to targets and tight deadlines
- Visit suppliers as required
Requirements
- Footwear Design degree or equivalent
- Previous experience as a Ladies Footwear Designer, ideally with outlet experience
- Passionate about fashion with a strong interest in and keen eye for current and upcoming trends
- Strong understanding of brand building; the ability to see trends through the lens of the brand, while focusing on the use of existing house codes and evolution of icons
- A flair for design with great creativity and imagination
- Confident in presenting your designs formally and informally
- A practical knowledge and experience of production methods in the far east
- Able to work without supervision, prioritising and managing own workload
- Ability to work as part of highly productive team, building relationships with a positive attitude
- Excellent attention to detail
- Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator skills necessary
- An understanding and passion for Kurt Geiger, our collections and brand
Benefits
- Competitive basic salary
- Pension and life assurance
- Gym Discounts
- Retailtrust support, including GP service
- Enviable discounts
- Harrods Discount
- Monthly half day Friday’s
- Summer Hours
- Sample Sales
- And so much more!
If you’re successful, you will work for a business which recognises that amazing people are the key to driving our business forward and fulfil our vision of being the world’s leading multi-channel retailer of luxury branded shoes and accessories. We are a fast-paced business where no two days are the same, so you will need to be adaptable; but we will reward your hard-work, commitment and loyalty with a fantastic benefits package and very real opportunities for progression.
We Are One: For Love | For Diversity | For Change | For Equality | For Kindness | For Freedom | Against Racism
