Nothing is clearer to us than the belief that every woman should include strength training in her life to enhance both physical and mental well-being. It's about building strong bodies and even stronger minds, asserting their right to take up space in the gym, and allowing the spotlight to shine bright on their progress.

To us, strength training represents a determined, goal-oriented mindset and an unwavering work ethic. We don't wait for success; we create it through hard work and determination. When faced with challenges, we don't back down; instead, we break through barriers, recognising that true progress lies on the other side. 

These are the pillars that form the foundation of Oner Active. We consistently challenge ourselves to create innovative and impactful products, so that you can perform better. With our range of products and innovative approach, we provide a wide variety of colours to ensure that all skin tones genuinely radiate in Oner.

Our Purpose and Mission

We are on a mission to unite and empower women to be the strongest version of themselves through strength training. We want to inspire women to take centre stage in the gym by promoting strength training, which underpins all movement and sport, as a healthy foundation in life. 

Design Assistant Responsibilities

Design Development & Support:

• Assisting mood boards, sketches, CAD drawings, and technical packs
• Assisting across entire collection development; contributing ideas and concepts for seasonal collections including but not limited to general research, colour palettes, themes, and product direction across both performance and lifestyle categories.
• Researching fabrics, trims, colours, and construction techniques to bring new ideas to the table, with the guidance of a senior designer
• Select fabrics and components that are suitable for product collections and relevant for market with the guidance of a senior designer
• Create design presentations and support the preparation of product presentations and reviews.

Trend Research & Insights:

• Research and identify trends in fashion, fitness, and culture to inform design decisions and inspire innovative product solutions, with the guidance of a senior designer
• Support comp shopping, trade fair visits, and market analysis.
• Gathering inspiration to support the creative vision of upcoming collections.
• Create compelling trend research and act as the design voice when working with Buying, Merchandising, and Commercial leadership.
• Anticipate the needs of the Oner Active customer to deliver product ranges that reflect customer demand

Product Development & Collaboration:
Assisting and ownership in the creation of technical specifications, including Tech Packs and Bill of Materials (BOMs), requiring knowledge of relevant fabrics and compositions, trim details, construction methods and design details, with the guidance of a senior designer
Participating in garment fittings, taking notes and assisting with any necessary adjustments to ensure all garments meet high-quality design and fit expectations, with the guidance of a senior designer
Cross collaboration - working closely with design, garment tech and sourcing to ensure accurate execution of product across all collections.
Continuous learning and development to stay abreast of industry developments and emerging technologies across lifestyle and performance sportswear design, with the guidance of a senior designer
Maintain organised records of all design work, including overviews and accurately updated design files and technical packs.
Maintain archiving and filing of key design attributes, including trim samples, graphic ideas and strike-offs, and branding approvals.
Collaboration with buying on lab dips and the actioning of all strike-offs, including graphics, trims, branding and design trials, with the guidance of a senior designer

What Oner Active is looking for:

• A minimum of 1 year's experience in a design assistant/assistant designer role within a relevant lifestyle, activewear or fashion brand.
• High proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Competency in CAD design and technical drawing
• Good knowledge of technical processes, including garment construction and pattern making. Experience working with suppliers/factories is a bonus but not mandatory.
• Good awareness of colour, fabrication, trim and design details.
• Strong understanding of the lifestyle and activewear market, with a creative desire to contribute to developing products that set trends rather than follow.
• Strong interest and awareness of contemporary culture; someone with their finger firmly on the pulse is essential.
• Good commercial awareness, with the ability to identify key target consumers and an understanding of their tastes, lifestyles and needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Passionate, enthusiastic, shows initiative. 
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and able to prioritise and manage deadlines.
• Passion for the Oner Active brand and a desire to be part of its ongoing growth and success.

Oner Active Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays and work from anywhere up to 4 weeks a year
• 5% employer match salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Generous Oner Active discount plus regular office sample sales
• Free Evolve You subscription
• Private Healthcare with Vitality, including optical and dental 
• Monthly wellness allowance and team workout classes
• Start-up culture - the chance to learn and make a real impact
• Great employee events like our Summer party, Christmas party and team away days
• Healthy office snacks and fruit (plus a chocolate cupboard for a sweet treat for the balance)
• Dog-friendly office

 
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Oner Active, it’s about embracing diversity and empowering every individual to reach their full potential. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support, we encourage you to reach out to our Recruitment team — we’re here to support you every step of the way.