Fashion and Lifestyle Recruitment

Designer / Developer Manchester City Centre We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity as a Designer/Developer. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious person to join a fast-paced and fast-growing company with plenty of room for personal development. The Role: Working alongside account manager. Liaising with customers to take seasonal briefs and handle 3rd party brand development projects. Hold meetings with customers alongside account manager. Review brand requirements for upcoming season. Requesting, reviewing and checking customer tech packs. Creating tech packs where needed. Producing range planners. Preparing development packs for suppliers. Taking design brief from 3rd party customers. Producing cads and tech packs according to customer requirements. Briefing suppliers and providing required information for sample development, bulk production packs. Follow sample process and liaise with suppliers. Review samples on arrival with garment tech team and account manager, presenting samples and comments to customers / supplier. Working alongside account manager to keep critical path flowing. Inhouse License Brand: Taking the lead on design and development on multi product brand. Create seasonal direction. Liaise with director and account manager to create collection structure / option count. Lead the design and development process from concept to final tech packs. Liaise with tech team on specs. Liaise with Account Manager to create range plan, brief collection and liaise with supply base. Carry out approvals / comments with team, taking the lead. Creating sales books / lookbooks. Involvement in direction of seasonal campaign shoots and social media alongside marketing team. About you: Previous experience is essential 4 years minimum in a similar role. Excellent written and spoken communication skills. Good commercial perspective & creativity skills. Strong organizational & time management skills. Flexible and open to evolving business needs and priorities. Keen fashion interest.

Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager Manchester Our client, a dynamic company, is seeking a Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager to join their team based in Central Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in Merchandising and Account Management to play a key role within a close-knit company. They foster a collaborative working environment and are looking for a proactive individual to contribute to their growth and success. Key Responsibilities: A pivotal role for a key team member who oversees the Merchandising side of the business. One junior to oversee and 2 seniors to work alongside. Working with a team of 5 designers, 2 garment techs, two senior merch and one junior merch as the wider team, outside of logistics / finance etc. Reporting to the directors. To nurture and manage various customer accounts from concept to delivery. Engage with customers to hold regular meetings, take seasonal briefs and maintain / grow current business. Work with design and tech team to create concept to be presented to customers. Oversee production of collection and brief out to supply base in conjunction with design and tech teams, while controlling CP for seasonal development. Negotiate prices with suppliers. Monitor and manage sample trackers / sample development leadtimes. Present collections to customers in conjunction with directors / design team. Place POs and manage Order Summary. Maintain and manage CP with regular communication with suppliers and customers on a weekly basis. Carry out product review meetings with directors, design and tech teams on a daily / weekly basis. Ensure goods are made to required standards alongside tech team with regards to factory audits, compliance, product testing, AQL reports etc. Working with logistics team to ensure packing lists, shipping schedules, product approvals are in place and correct. Nurturing and managing supply base to balance production volumes and brands between supply base to maximise efficiency and skill across supply base. Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a Merchandiser/Account Manager within the apparel sector. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Managing multiple projects is key so applicants must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail. Ability to build strong relationships. Must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in Manchester, we would love to hear from you.

Social Media Content Creator Manchester We’re looking for a creative, video‑savvy Short‑Form Content Creator to produce standout content across the fashion brands: If you love being behind the camera, understand how to create content that actually performs on TikTok and Instagram, and can switch up styles to suit different audiences, we’d love to hear from you. What you’ll be doing: Filming and producing short‑form videos (TikTok, Reels, behind‑the‑scenes, product content) Editing fast, clean, engaging content tailored to each brand Creating static content when needed Bringing fresh ideas that align with brand tone and current trends Owning the full content process: concept → shoot → edit → publish-ready What we’re looking for: Confident behind a camera — not just directing, but physically shooting Strong short‑form video editing skills A portfolio of your own filmed & edited content An understanding of fashion, aesthetics, and audience nuance Someone who lives and breathes social-first content If you can create scroll‑stopping content that feels authentic and brand‑right, this is your role.

Senior Knitwear Designer Leicestershire - Hybrid Our client is a UK-based apparel supplier with over 50 years of experience working with leading retailers including Next, Urban Outfitters, River Island and others. They specialise in knitwear and jerseywear, supported by a global network of partner factories across countries such as Turkey, India and China. The UK studio delivers design, development and sampling with industry-leading speed. As they continue strengthening their product development capabilities, we are looking for a talented Senior Knitwear Designer to help drive new ideas, product innovation and commercial design across key customer accounts. The Role We are looking for a Senior Knitwear Designer with strong commercial awareness and a passion for product development. This role will work closely with in-house sample unit, customers and overseas factories to develop knitwear collections from concept through to production. You will be responsible for: • Creating commercially relevant knitwear designs for major UK retailers • Developing concepts, colour palettes and seasonal ranges • Working closely with the in-house sampling team to develop prototypes • Collaborating with factories, mills and yarn suppliers • Managing critical paths and sample development timelines • Presenting designs and collections confidently to customers • Supporting bulk approvals and product development through to production What We Are Looking For • 5–8+ years professional knitwear design experience • Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design development • Experience working directly with factories, mills and yarn suppliers • Strong command of colour, layout and composition • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop) • Experience managing critical paths and sample rounds • Ability to balance customer needs with commercial business goals • Confident presenting ideas and explaining design rationale • Positive attitude, strong work ethic and high productivity Why Join • Opportunity to shape the creative direction of knitwear development • Work closely with an in-house sampling unit for rapid development • Exposure to major UK retailers and international supply partners • Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing team • Collaborative and experienced in-house environment

Garment Technologist Leicester Full-Time, On-Site/Hybrid) My client is a UK-based apparel supplier with over 50 years of experience working with leading retailers including Next, Urban Outfitters, River Island and others. They specialise in knitwear and jerseywear, supported by a global network of partner factories across countries such as Turkey, India and China. The UK studio delivers design, development and sampling with industry-leading speed. As they enter a new phase of operational focus and growth, they are strengthening the technical team to ensure world-class fit, quality and consistency across all product categories. The Role We are looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to take ownership of garment approval from development through to production. This is a key technical position within the business responsible for ensuring product fit, quality and consistency across knitwear and jerseywear. You will be responsible for: • Leading fit sessions and managing fit comments with clarity and authority • Owning garment specifications and grading accuracy • Ensuring consistency between approved samples and bulk production • Managing technical communication with overseas factories • Identifying construction risks before production • Resolving quality issues quickly and commercially • Working closely with Design, Sales and Production teams What We Are Looking For • Strong experience in jerseywear (knitwear experience preferable) • Excellent understanding of garment construction, grading and tolerances • Confident leading fit meetings independently • Experience working with UK high street retailers • Strong technical knowledge of fabrics and wash processes • Ability to manage multiple critical paths under pressure • Excellent communication skills • Detail-oriented but commercially pragmatic Why Join • Direct impact role within a growing leadership team • Opportunity to shape technical standards across the business • Exposure to major UK retailers • Stable, long-term opportunity with clear direction • Collaborative and experienced in-house team

Full-Time Fit Model (Size 78 / UK 8) Manchester About the Role We are seeking a Full-Time Fit Model (Size 78 / UK 8) to support our clients Garment Technology and Product Development teams. This is not a photographic or catwalk role — it is a hands-on, technical position where you will help ensure the garments fit, feel, and perform exactly as intended before they go into production. You will work closely with garment technologists during daily/regular fitting sessions, trying on sample garments and providing feedback on comfort, movement, and overall fit. Key Responsibilities Attend regular on-site fit sessions with the Garment Technologist Wear and test first samples, SMS, PP samples, and production garments Provide clear, constructive feedback on comfort and mobility Maintain consistent body measurements Support fittings across multiple product categories (jersey, woven, tailoring, outerwear and swim etc.) Participate in measurement checks as required What We Are Looking For Consistent body measurements aligned with the above Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism Ability to stand for extended fitting sessions Comfort being measured and trying on garments in front of a technical team Previous fit model experience is beneficial but not essential Strong communication skills and comfort giving honest, clear feedback Required Measurements To ensure accuracy in our fit process, candidates must meet the following body measurements: Bust: ~78 cm Waist: ~60–62 cm Hip: ~84–87 cm Height: Ideally 165–173 cm (5'5"–5'8") Proportional frame consistent with a UK 8 fit model Why Join The Team Work closely with experienced garment tech and product development teams Play a vital role in improving garment quality and customer satisfaction Friendly, collaborative work environment Regular, stable full-time hours