Design Assistant - Maternity Cover (FTC 6 Months)

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
London
Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values — Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage — guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. ABOUT THE ROLE We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Design Assistant to join our Design team on a full-time basis for 6 months as a Maternity cover for the team. This role will be based in our Battersea office. We are seeking a motivated and highly organised individual to join our Asia team on a 6-month maternity cover. This is a support-focused role, working closely with the Senior Design Manager and assisting in key aspects of the design and development process. Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and follow up on design developments with the Japan-based team
  • Assist in creating technical drawings and specification sheets
  • Maintain and organise design files and archives
  • Conduct design-related research in collaboration with the team
  • Communicate clearly and consistently with internal team members and stakeholders
Requirements
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Basic understanding of menswear design principles and development processes
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) for technical drawings and visual layouts
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive, hands-on approach
  • Genuine interest in fashion and design
Preferred (Not Essential)
  • Previous experience working in a fashion or design studio
  • Familiarity with draping, garment construction, or patternmaking techniques
  • Knowledge of print design
(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role) BENEFITS
  • Staff discounts
  • Training
  • Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
  • Perkbox membership: access to a wide range of perks, discounts, and wellness resources
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Generous annual leave allowance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career
  • Opportunity to work for a company that cares and believes in its people and the environment
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link
Posted 2025-07-01

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