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About DeMellier

DeMellier is a fast-growing award-winning designer fashion brand based in London. DeMellier has been awarded twice by the British Luxury Association WALPOLE, recognising its commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and the highest standards of quality. Its handbags have become a favourite among women all over the world, including celebrities such as Beyonce, Irina Shayk, Emily Blunt, and January Jones among others.

In addition to its direct-to-consumer business, DeMellier is stocked in leading department stores such as Net-a-Porter, Selfridges, Saks Fifth Avenue and Le Bon Marche among others. Beyond creating beautiful products, DeMellier’s mission is to be a force of positive influence in the fashion industry. Creating products by women for women, made with integrity while giving back to those less fortunate. For every item sold DeMellier funds vaccines and medical treatments aimed to save the life of a child in need.

The Role

Join the dynamic team at Demellier as... a Design Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting our design team in developing exciting new designs. Your responsibilities will include conducting research, creating trials and mock-ups, preparing overviews and tech packs, and refining specifications and proto comments. You should have strong technical insight and ideally 1-2 years of experience in the field.

To thrive in this role, you should hold a bachelor’s degree in accessories design, be a dedicated and driven individual, and possess creative flair with an excellent eye for detail. Organization is key, as is a passion for supporting the team in bringing new ideas to life. If you're ready to contribute to an exciting design process, all while championing sustainability and craftsmanship, apply now to seize this incredible opportunity!

The Ideal Candidate
• Must have legal authorization to work in the UK
• Fluent in English
• Holds a bachelor’s degree in Accessories Design
• Has at least 1-2 years of experience in a similar position
• Expert in using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong sketching skills in illustrator and by hand
• Experienced in creating trials and mock-ups
• Knowledgeable in accessories construction and pattern-making
• Proficient in developing technical specifications, proto comments, and overviews
• Self-motivated and organized, maintaining a tidy design workspace
• Highly focused with strong attention to detail
• Works independently with a structured approach and strong work ethic
• Exhibits a positive attitude, passion, integrity, and a collaborative team spirit

The Role
• Keeps all design information well-organized and easily accessible on the server
• Maintains seasonal line sheets and overviews
• Supports with the creation of technical specs and proto comments using Illustrator
• Helps with setting up design meetings; preparing samples and taking key notes.
• Supports in conducting design research both online, in libraries and vintage shopping
• Assists in making trials of design details and mock-ups to visualize ideas
• Handles design-related errands
• Ensures the design office is always organized and tidy
• Assists in building and updating seasonal mood boards
• 4 days a week working from the office and 1 day from home

Benefits
• Hybrid-working policy
• Annual Leave package with additional days based on time with the company
• Enhanced company maternity policy
• Time given yearly to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Discounted Travelcard/season ticket loan with us
• Employee Discount: 50% off stock discount & Up to 90%off seasonal sample sales

About us

Beyond creating beautiful products, DeMellier's mission is to be a force of positive influence in the fashion industry. Creating products by women for women, made with integrity while giving back to those less fortunate. For every item sold DeMellier funds vaccines and medical treatments aimed to save the life of a child in need.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age

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