Design Assistant

We are looking for a talented Design Assistant to join the Phase Eight Design team. This opportunity will see you focus on our Eventwear collections and be actively contribute to various aspects of the design process.,

• Design Assistance: Assist the Eventwear designers in the smooth running of the design process from initial concept to final product
• Trend and Market Research: Undertake thorough research on industry fashion trends, competitor brands, colour palettes and seasonal runway shows to inform design decision making
• CAD and Technical Drawings: Maintain up-to-date CAD line-ups and range plan boards, and create detailed specifications for designs as briefed by the designer. Support the preparation of design packs for manufacturers and contribute to the development of embroidery artworks.
• Administrative Tasks: Handle numerous administrative tasks to maintain the efficiency of the Eventwear department, PLEASE NOTE: When attaching your CV or work examples it is very important that you name your files to include your name and not just "cv.doc" or "curriculum vitae.docx" or "my_illustration.jpg". Instead use a format like this "joe_bloggs_cv.docx"
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This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable in-house design experience in a womenswear brand. The ideal applicant will have excellent hand drawing skills and be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator) and possess strong organisational and time management skills. A keen eye for detail and a collaborative approach are required in this role.

About: Founded in 1979, Phase Eight is an original, design led womenswear rand that has grown from strength to strength since its conception, without compromising its integrity as a trusted retailer and a market leader. We are dedicated to dressing women of all ages, for all occasions, in fashionable and versatile clothing. We want women to feel as amazing as they look in our styles, which is why we focus on flattering day and evening silhouettes created in quality fabrics. We love modern florals and contemporary details and believe you should never underestimate the power of the perfect dress. Since becoming part of TFG London in 2015, a listed retail conglomerate owning Phase Eight, Hobbs London & Whistles in the UK, we have seen growth and development prospects across the business., Across the TFG Brands, we pride ourselves on having our people at the heart of everything we do and we really believe that a career in retail is unbeatable. We will give you the tools and the time to develop your career in the direction you want to go., At TFG Brands We Care, We Connect, We Collaborate and We Create. We have four brands in our portfolio: our iconic fashion brands Phase Eight, Whistles and Hobbs as well as our luxury Homewares brand Inside Story. We aren't stopping there though, we have plans to grow beyond this in multiple retail sectors. TFG London Inclusion and Diversity statement of commitment: At TFG London and across all our brands we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes, develops and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, cultural references and ideas and opinions within our business. We are working together to ensure our environment is one where difference is not only respected but encouraged and celebrated and people can bring their authentic, unique selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated.


• Phase Eight Employee Discount of 70%, and 50% discount with Hobbs and Whistles, as per the TFG Brands Discount Policy
• Up to 28 days holiday entitlement per annum in addition to the usual public and bank holidays
• Financial and Wellbeing support
• Enhanced Maternity package
• Virtual GP service - unlimited access 24/7
• Plus much more!