Senior Designer - Country Road (Womenswear)
Apply now Job no: 998724 Work type: Full-Time Location: Melbourne - CBD & Inner Categories: Design & Development
The Senior Designer is responsible for developing and designing collections for Country Road - Urban category, aligned with the brand’s customer. Working closely with the broader design team, this role ensures brand objectives are met by overseeing range development from concept to delivery, mentoring the team, and collaborating with key stakeholders on key milestones.
**Please note that this is a 12 month Parental Leave contract**
Key Accountabilities
Design and develop products aligned with brand strategy that fulfill customer needs and provide ongoing innovation in designated categories Align product details and aesthetics across categories to ensure monthly collection cohesion Ensure the collection resonates with target customer Guide the Designer in product design and development before range sessions with the Head of Design and Buying Manager and Production Manager
Communicate with factories, suppliers, and agents to develop and produce collections that meet the brand’s and customers' quality standards Oversee the completion of briefing sheets for all styles within nominated categories, ensuring they are handed over to the Technical Designer according to the critical path Lead fit direction with the Technical Designer to maintain consistent fit and high-quality workmanship Communicate styling adjustments post-fittings to the Merchandise Planner, Buying and Production Manager, addressing any design concerns, potential delays, or price adjustments Review weekly sales reports to analyse best sellers, sell-through rates, and any issues with specific styles or colours Lead and mentor a Designer and Design Assistant.
Key Capabilities
Diploma or degree qualification in Design Exceptional technical skills, fabric and/or yarn sourcing and knowledge Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, having had the experience in presenting to an Executive Team Ability to work in a potentially rapidly changing environment.
The Country Road Group is one of Australasia’s largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer:
Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
Seasonal clothing allowance An additional day of leave for your birthday An Industry leading Parental Leave Program Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.
About Country Road
As Australia’s favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, we deliver timeless Australian style that is designed for life and made to last.
Advertised: 24 Jun 2025 Applications close: 15 Jul 2025
Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
Country Road Group prefers to manage all sourcing directly, please submit your applications to this role if you are interested. Please note introductions via agency will not be accepted.
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