Junior Designer

Company Description

At Frasers Group we’re rethinking retail. Through digital innovation and unique store experiences, we’re serving our consumers with the world’s best sports, premium and luxury brands globally. As a leader in the industry, we’re elevating the retail experience for our consumers through our collection of established brands, including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME.

Why join us?

Our vision -we are building the planet’s most admired and compelling brand ecosystem

Our purpose - we are elevating the lives of the many with access to the world’s best brands and experiences

At Frasers Group, we fear less and do more. Our people are forward thinkers who are driven to operate outside of their comfort zone to change the future of retail, embracing challenges along the way. The potential to elevate your career is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles:

• Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role and own the result

• Think without limits - Think, think fast, think fearlessly

• Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planet

Are you ready to join the Fearless?

Job Description

Jack Wills is back.

As part of Frasers Group, we are on an exciting journey to re-establish Jack Wills as the go-to British lifestyle brand - combining our heritage of quality, authenticity and effortless style with a fresh, modern perspective. Inspired by classic British prep, our collections are being reimagined for today, creating timeless products with a contemporary edge.

Based in our creative London design studio, you'll be part of a close-knit, passionate team working collaboratively to shape the future of the brand, while partnering closely with the wider Frasers Group teams at our head office in Shirebrook.

This is a unique opportunity to join Jack Wills at a pivotal moment in its evolution. We're looking for someone who is excited by the challenge of building a brand, thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a genuine impact.

The Role:

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Junior Designer to support the design and development of Jack Wills collections across multiple product categories.

Reporting to the Senior Designer, you will play an integral role in creating both seasonal collections and commercially successful core product. You'll be involved throughout the design process - from initial concept and trend research through to development, fittings and production - working alongside our Design, Buying and Technical teams to deliver exceptional product.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, commercially minded and genuinely passionate about fashion design. We want someone who is curious, proactive and eager to contribute ideas while supporting the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and development of collections across multiple product categories.
• Research seasonal trends, competitor brands and the wider market to identify key trends, colours, fabrics, silhouettes and product opportunities.
• Create inspiring mood boards, trend presentations and customer-focused design concepts.
• Produce accurate CADs, technical drawings and specification packs to support product development.
• Assist with fabric, trim and garment sourcing to ensure the best commercial and quality outcomes.
• Work closely with Design, Buying and Technical teams to develop commercially successful products that meet customer and business requirements.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to manage developments, approvals and critical path timelines.
• Review samples and provide clear development comments to suppliers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participate in fit sessions alongside the Garment Technology team, contributing to product improvements and fit refinement.
• Manage samples efficiently throughout the development process, ensuring they are organised and available for meetings, fittings and presentations.
• Support the preparation of range reviews and internal sign-off meetings.
• Contribute positively to the creative culture of the design team, bringing enthusiasm, ideas and a collaborative approach every day.

Qualifications

• We're looking for someone who doesn't simply want a design job - we're looking for someone who wants to help build the future of Jack Wills.
• You'll be passionate about fashion, excited by product and genuinely invested in creating collections that customers love. You enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in the smallest details and are always willing to roll your sleeves up to get the job done.
• Previous experience in a fashion design role within a retailer or supplier.
• A genuine passion for product, design and the fashion industry.
• Experience designing across multiple product categories would be advantageous.
• Excellent Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator.
• Strong CAD and technical drawing skills.
• Good commercial awareness with an understanding of the UK high street and contemporary retail market.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to take initiative.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
• AI design tools or generative AI experience would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Additional Information

Along with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues:

Frasers Champion -Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have lived the Frasers Group values.

Retail Reconnect -  In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, head office employees will gain insights by spending one to two days in one of our stores or the warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work.

Fearless 1200 - Fearless 1200 is our way of recognising our growth. It’s bold, ambitious, and designed to reward colleagues across the business for living our values and delivering impact. Fearless 1200 links how we perform to how we're rewarded – check out the video link to find out more -

Employee Welfare

Frasers Fit - Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free.

Retail Trust - We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support.

What’s next?

Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter - this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate one or two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.