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Junior Designer

Listing ID: 1692323

Junior Designer

Type of Position: Permanent Position
Company / Organisation / Artist Name: Really Wild
Location: South West London, London, UK
Hours: Full Time
Experience: Entry level
Specified Hours: Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP
Salary / Wage: Competitive salary
Reporting To: Production Director
Twitter Handle: @
Deadline: Ongoing
Ad Expires In: 1 week 3 days
About: Really Wild has always been about more than just clothing. It’s about embracing the grace, individuality, and strength of the modern woman through thoughtfully designed garments that honour both tradition and innovation.

This British brand was founded in 2002 by Natalie Lake, and is now majority owned by Nadja Swarovski and Rupert Adams, together with Gabriela Luksic.

Really Wild seeks a talented, motivated Junior Designer to join the growing design team in Sloane Square, London.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong design education and initial experience within the luxury fashion industry who is eager to develop their skills within a hands-on, collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will support the design process from concept through to production, working closely with the internal design and production teams and external freelance designers. This role requires both creative flair and practical, technical understanding to translate design ideas into beautifully realised garments.

Key Responsibilities of the Junior Designer:

Design & Development

  • Support the design team in developing seasonal collections from concept to final product
  • Produce hand sketches and CAD designs in line with brand aesthetic and collection direction
  • Create clear and accurate technical drawings and design specifications
  • Assist with colour, fabric, and trim selection

Technical & Production Support

  • Develop and update technical packs, measurements, and construction details
  • Liaise with pattern cutters, sample makers, and production teams during sampling and fittings
  • Support fit sessions and assist with comments and revisions
  • Ensure designs are commercially viable and production-ready

Sourcing & Research

  • Source fabrics, trims, and components from relevant suppliers in line with quality, cost, and sustainability goals
  • Conduct trend, fabric, and market research to support collection development
  • Maintain organised records of suppliers, samples, and design references

Collaboration

  • Work closely with the wider design team, production team, and freelance designers
  • Support cross-functional communication to ensure smooth development timelines
  • Assist the Creative Director and senior designers with ad-hoc design tasks as required

What Really Wild is looking for:

Required

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design or a related discipline
  • Some professional experience within the luxury or premium fashion industry
  • Strong sketching and CAD design skills
  • Solid understanding of garment construction, pattern cutting, and sampling
  • Experience creating technical drawings and basic technical packs
  • Proficiency in relevant design software, e.g. Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Resourceful, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Beneficial

  • Experience working with woven fabrics, tailoring, or heritage materials
  • Familiarity with UK and European fabric and trim suppliers
  • An interest in British heritage fashion and craftsmanship

Working Pattern

  • Based primarily in the London office
  • 1–2 days per week required in the Theale office
  • Flexible working from home 1 day per week

What Really Wild offers:

  • Opportunity to grow within a premium British luxury brand
  • Hands-on exposure across the full design and production process
  • A collaborative, creative, and supportive team environment
  • Competitive salary

Application

Apply with a CV, a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest and a portfolio.


Application Form

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Applicant Requirements

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I have some professional experience within the luxury or premium fashion industry. *

I have strong sketching and CAD design skills. *

I have a solid understanding of garment construction, pattern cutting, and sampling. *

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