Mars The Label is looking for a creative, hardworking Designer to join the growing Design team in Manchester.

Working closely with the Head of Design and our wider Product team, the Designer will play a key role in creating bold, directional products that shape trends and continue to define the Mars the Label identity.

We are looking for someone with a strong knowledge of fashion trends and the ability to confidently research and identify what's next.  The Designer will be expected to look beyond what is already on the market, bringing together trends, cultural influences, silhouettes, fabrics, colours and details to create fresh and directional designs.  This includes taking ownership of your designs and workload, working collaboratively across the team, and helping ensure products are designed and developed on time and to a high standard.

Suitable applicants will be confident taking research and creative concepts from initial inspiration through to final product. You'll have a strong creative instinct, a great understanding of the Mars customer and a clear eye for designs that feel new, different and distinctive to Mars.

Overall, this is a great opportunity for a designer who wants to have a real impact on the product and contribute to the continued growth and development of the brand.

Key Responsibilities of the Designer:

• Develop original, trend-defining products that reflect the Mars the Label aesthetic
• Research trends, silhouettes, fabrics, colours and details to drive new product development
• Take designs from initial concept through to final product
• Create accurate CADs, technical drawings and design tech packs
• Work closely with Design, Product and Garment Tech team throughout the development process
• Attend fit sessions and work closely with the Design and Technical team to achieve the desired fit
• When reviewing samples, provide clear feedback on fit, fabrication, colour and detailing to suppliers
• Consider the customer and commercial needs when developing product
• Use product performance and customer insight when developing future designs
• Manage your own workload and communicate effectively across the wider team
• Take ownership of your workload, ensuring products are delivered to a high standard and within agreed deadlines
• Contribute ideas to seasonal direction and the overall creative development of the brand Mars The Label.

What Mars The Label is looking for:

• At least 4 years' experience working within the fashion industry
• Highly skilled in Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience working directly with suppliers throughout the design and development process
• Strong print knowledge, with experience creating and developing original prints
• Extensive knowledge of fashion trends, with a strong understanding of emerging trends, silhouettes, fabrics, colours and details
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics and finishes, with the ability to design with development and production in mind
• Confident creating CADs, technical drawings and detailed design packs
• Strong understanding of fit, shape and garment construction, with the ability to confidently contribute during fit sessions
• Commercially aware, with a good understanding of the customer and what makes a product desirable
• Strong creative instinct, with the ability to develop original ideas and create product that feels fresh and distinctive to Mars
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise deadlines and take ownership of your own critical path
• Confident communicator, comfortable working closely with Design, Product, Technical and wider teams
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to take an idea from concept through to final product
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when reviewing artwork, CADs, samples and final product
• Able to take feedback and confidently develop ideas throughout the design and development process
• Strong interest in fashion and a genuine passion for product

Mars The Label Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 50% discount on all Mars The Label products.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working hours.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Company social events.
• Supportive and collaborative environment with clear opportunities for career progression.

Application

Apply with a CV, a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest, and a portfolio to hr@marsthelabel.com, harriet@marsthelabel.com and tori@marsthelabel.com.

At Mars the Label, we believe our people are central to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where creativity, ambition, and innovation thrive.