This role is an exciting oppurtunity for someone who is passionate about fashion design and is new to the industry!

Join JoJo's talented and freindly Design team, where you will learn about all aspects of design from conception to final product. You will be in a fast paced, omni-channel, retail environment assisting the team with the creation and development of a range of quality, engaging items accross our maternity and childswear fashion categories.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist the designers in completion and maintenance of in-house records and filing both electronic and manual.
• Assist with researching of trend and inspiration, comparative analysis & competitor observation. Help to collate information ready for presentation to wider teams.
• Under guidance, assist with drawing up CAD garment illustrations and completing detailed specifications.
• Assist the designer with management of the design critical path to ensure business deadlines are met.
• Ensure sample comments from the designers are fed back to suppliers in a timely manner and further sampling requested as necessary.
• Assist the team in management of samples.
• Actively engage in ethical or environmental improvements to our sourcing.

• 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.
• 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.

When applying please include a link or examples of your work in your CV.

• Hybrid working environment - Up to 3 days in the office
• For each year you’re with us, and you gain an extra day’s holiday
• Why work on your Birthday? We give you an extra day off
• Dog friendly offices
• Reduce emisions and your transit fees - Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Support for planning your finances - JoJo saving scheme
• Fabulous social events and JoJo clubs
• Support your community – Volunteer days
• We love our products! 40% discount off JoJo branded lines
• Learning environment - Ongoing training and educational development initiatives

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 77 stores, which sit in the heart of communities all over the UK, Channel Islands 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.

We embrace and openly welcome people from different cultures, perspectives and experiences to create a diverse and enriched company. We work hard to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people, regardless of background to make sure we grow our company sustainably and with different cultural influences.

We are guided by our values and B Corp status in everything we do, and we recognise that being a diverse and inclusive employer helps us make a difference to all our employees and customers. 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