Childrenswear Design Manager
Cheshire Head Office (3 days office-based) with flexibility
My client is a family-owned licensed apparel company passionate about creating high-quality, on-trend products for a diverse portfolio of licensed brands. Our collaborative culture values creativity, accountability, and long-term relationships with partners, licensors, and employees. You’ll work in a creative, collaborative environment with opportunities for growth, travel, and involvement in exciting licensed projects.
The Role
They are recruiting for a talented and experienced Childrenswear Design Manager to lead a dynamic design team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape creative vision into commercially successful, licensor-approved apparel collections.
What You’ll Do:
Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across multi-product categories
Manage and mentor a large design team, fostering a positive and supportive culture
Liaise with licensors, retailers, and internal teams to ensure brand alignment
Oversee creative briefs, quality control, and timely delivery
Stay ahead of market trends and drive innovation in seasonal collections
What We’re Looking For:
Degree in Fashion Design or similar
Minimum 6 years’ experience in the licensing industry
At least 3 years managing a large design team
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Strong knowledge of fabrics, techniques, and manufacturing processes