Lingerie & Swimwear Senior Technical Design Manager (maternity cover)

3 weeks ago


Uxbridge UK, London, United Kingdom Curvy Kate Full time

JOB TITLE: Lingerie & Swimwear -Senior Technical Design Manager (maternity cover)

LOCATION: Hybrid - Uxbridge, UB8

About Us:

Curvy Kate and Brastop are market-leading lingerie and swimwear brands that won Best Place to work in 2024 (The Sunday Times).

We specialise in the fuller bust market from D to K cups and our company purpose is to provide everyone with a fuller bust the freedom and confidence to live life without limits.

We are renowned for our innovative approach to marketing and have built the largest online social following in our market sector. We have a passionate and creative working environment which encourages everyone to bring their own ideas and contribute to the direction and development of the business.

We are looking for a Lingerie & Swimwear Senior Technical Design Manager to join our team as a maternity cover. The ideal candidate will be someone that will align with our business core values which are ‘wow the customer,’ ‘always be better’ and ‘work as a team.’ In return we will offer you a role where you will feel happy, challenged and winning.


About the role:

You will be working within our Product design team at our Uxbridge office and remotely within a commutable distance to our Head Office, your responsibilities will include:


  • Manage the Design Development Process from concept through to sign-off for Curvy Kate and Brastop Internal brands.
  • Create & deliver the Seasonal Design Brief, in accordance with the option plan issued by Head of Buying & Merchandising to inform design concept development.
  • Research & report upon trends in fabrics, products, fit and price within the Lingerie & Swimwear market, attending relevant seasonal trade shows and translate trends into new design concepts for future seasons, maintaining brand handwriting.
  • Review all product image & video assets ahead of launching marketing campaigns.
  • Develop patterns and grading for the development of assigned launch product using Lectra Modaris software.
  • Apply and develop grade rules for assigned product in accordance with the Business grading standards.
  • Work collaboratively with the Senior Garment Technologist to confirm fit approval status in line with Brand expectations.
  • Develop, Supervise & Support assigned Technical Designers
  • Develop and train assigned team members, sharing knowledges & implementing appropriate training.
  • Supervise the day-to-day activities of the Technical Designers
  • Manage & Delegate the Colour for Curvy Kate & Brastop Internal Product

About you:

  • A minimum of eight years’ experience in the technical design development of fuller bust lingerie
  • Offer inspiring & informed guidance on Branded product development to junior team members.
  • Be an authority on fuller bust product, design aesthetic, product features & benefits.
  • Experienced use of Lectra Modaris pattern cutting & grading software for wired product
  • Comprehensive experience in the fit & development of fuller bust products & innovation, including moulded styles.
  • Use of Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop to create Technical & Design CADs
  • Attention to detail and passionate pursuit of great-fitting, comfortable product.
  • A passionate, proactive & well-organised team player
  • Excellent communicator, who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and suppliers and building relationships.


What we offer:

November start

28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Hybrid working (ideally within commutable distance to our Uxbridge office)

Flexible start and finish times.

Medicash Employee Assistance Programme Health cover that includes GP & Prescription service and discounted health club membership, Dental treatment, Physiotherapy and Optical appointments.

Generous staff discount

Half day annual leave to celebrate your birthday, Christmas Eve, and New Years Eve

A fun, inclusive and supportive place to work with a passionate and dedicated team.

How to apply:

Are you a good fit for this role and our culture?

Please send your CV together with any relevant portfolio details, along with your salary expectations.

We will contact you to arrange an interview if successful.



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