Designer – Menswear
Summary
Gymshark (hiring via The Inside Job) seeks a Menswear Designer in Solihull, UK, to own apparel design from concept through execution: trend research, material/trim and colour selection, technical specs, and stakeholder presentations. Requires fashion/sportswear design experience and Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop; hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in Solihull.
THE ROLE.
As a Designer in menswear, you'll create and develop world-class product that embodies the Gymshark DNA. Working closely with Design Leadership and cross-functional partners, you'll take ownership of product designs from concept through to execution, delivering commercially successful products that resonate with our global community.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, trend-aware designer who is passionate about sportswear, performance apparel and product innovation.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING.
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Designing and developing Menswear products across multiple categories.
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Researching fashion, sportswear and consumer trends to identify new opportunities.
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Creating and maintaining design concepts throughout the product development journey.
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Collaborating with Product Development and wider Product Creation teams to achieve design and fit intent.
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Selecting appropriate materials, trims and colour palettes to bring concepts to life.
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Creating clear and accurate design specifications and technical documentation.
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Presenting design concepts and seasonal developments to key stakeholders.
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Supporting and mentoring Assistant Designers and Graduate Designers where appropriate.
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Working cross-functionally to ensure products are delivered on time, on brand and to the highest standards.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED.
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Degree in Fashion, Sportswear or Apparel Design.
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Experience designing apparel within a fashion, sportswear or activewear environment.
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Strong understanding of product construction, materials, colour and consumer trends.
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Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
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Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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A portfolio showcasing creative versatility across apparel categories.
This is a hybrid role and requires the successful candidate to attend at least THREE days a week in GSIQ, Solihull, UK.
Skills
As published by greenhouse · 11 questions · 7 written answers
Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter
Pick from a list (4)
- Are you a current Gymshark employee?
- Have you advised either your Manager or People Partner that you are applying for this role?
- Would you like to apply through the Disability Confident Scheme? optional
- 🙌 Reasonable Adjustments optional
Written answers (7)
- Tell us: Why this job? Why you? And why now?
- What are your long-term career goals and how will this job support your journey towards your long-term goals?
- Tell us about any steps you've taken so far to work towards your long-term career goals.
- Do you have any skills or knowledge gaps? If so, what support will you need to do this job successfully?
- How would you describe the current Gymshark Womenswear aesthetic, and where do you see the biggest opportunity for it to evolve?
- Tell us about the size and structure of the design team you currently lead, and what you are personally accountable for vs what you delegate.
- Describe a womenswear collection or product range you’ve led that was commercially successful — what made it work?