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You’ll be in a fast-paced omni-channel retail environment assisting a team that creates and develops a range of quality, fun and engaging designs that makes JoJo unique.
As part of our busy, but friendly, design team, you will be responsible for assisting with the development of multiple items across the breadth of our categories for childrenswear and maternity fashion. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is new to the industry & eager to learn about all aspects of design from conception to final product.
A day in the life
- Assisting the designers in completion and maintenance of in-house records and filing both electronic and manual.
- Assisting with researching of trend and inspiration, comparative analysis & competitor observation. Helping to collate information ready for presentation to wider teams.
- Under guidance, assisting with drawing up CAD garment illustrations and completing detailed specifications.
- Assisting the designer with management of the design critical path to ensure business deadlines are met.
- Ensuring sample comments from the designers are fed back to suppliers in a timely manner and further sampling requested as necessary.
- Assisting the team in management of samples.
- Actively engaging in ethical or environmental improvements to our sourcing.
Please provide links to your website or upload your work alonside your CV.
What we look for in you
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Packages including Excel.
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Aptitude to learn. Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design, ideally with work placement experience in a commercial but design led retailer.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A developing understanding of garment construction, fabric & printing techniques.
- Ability to multi-task and work happily in a busy, whilst friendly atmosphere.
- Good organisational skills. Never missing a trick, with great attention to detail.
- Ability to get things done and improvise as required with a ‘can do’ attitude.
Just to give you a taste of our culture, we’ll be looking for you to:
- Be a brand ambassador, ensuring that our values and ethos are never compromised.
- Be honest and respectful.
- Work collaboratively.
- Talk openly and actively listen.
- Take ownership of all aspects of the role.
Benefits
- We believe R&R is important so for each year you’re with us, you have an extra day’s holiday!
- Why work on your Birthday? Have it off!
- Let’s celebrate doing well – encouragement schemes
- Helping plan for the future - contributory pension scheme
- Get on the move - cycle to work scheme
- Support for planning your finances - JoJo saving scheme
- Having a great time - fabulous social events
- Supporting our communities – volunteer days
- We love our products! 40% discount off JoJo branded lines
- Learning environment - ongoing training and educational development initiatives
- Financial wellbeing app, pay yourself 40% of your earnt wages whenever you want
Who we are
We are the specialist mother and baby retailer offering a wide collection of quality clothing, toys, books and games for new parents, babies, and children. We have 80 stores, which sit in the heart of communities all over the UK and Ireland.
We love looking after our customers, our employees, and the planet. We are proud to be a B Corp, our goal is to continuously strengthen our ethical credentials and work in an environment where we celebrate success.
If you are looking to work in a company where collaboration is key, your voice matters, diversity is celebrated, and you can contribute to our brand values, we would love to hear from you.
Our Values
The most useful thing a person can do in this world is to create ethical employment in a business which is a force for good, respecting our people and our planet.
At JoJo Maman Bébé, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a wealth of ideas, perspectives, and experiences that drive innovation and success.
We embrace diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and cultural background. We actively promote equal opportunity and strive to create an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and bias.
In our hiring process, both internal and external, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively seek to increase the representation of underrepresented groups. We value the unique skills and contributions everyone brings to our company and aim to provide equal opportunities for growth and advancement.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and feels encouraged to share their perspectives. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion extends beyond recruitment and into our daily practices, policies, and decision-making processes.
By encouraging a diverse and inclusive workforce, we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we can build a stronger, more innovative, and inclusive company.
